1. Marti Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (198 reviews) ·
15 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
2. Trinh Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (130 reviews) ·
10 N Main St #315, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
3. Keily Mira Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (124 reviews) ·
968 Farmington Ave Ste 208, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
4. Goetz Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (57 reviews) ·
43 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
5. Law Offices of Linda K. Bertolette LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (50 reviews) ·
65 LaSalle Rd #217, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
6. Franklin & Frankel LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (44 reviews) ·
68 S Main St #101, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
7. Steier & McCormick, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
970 Farmington Ave #205, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
8. Eagan & Donohue, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (24 reviews) ·
24 Arapahoe Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
9. Peter S Gersten, Gersten Law Offices, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
75 N Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
10. Guided Legacy Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
15 N Main St #100, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
11. Lewis & Lewis, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
970 Farmington Ave #205, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
12. Hajosy Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
28 N Main St #201, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
13. Law Offices of Steven M. Basche Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
433 S Main St #319, West Hartford, CT 06110, USA
14. Gould Killian, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
24 Arapahoe Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
15. Gersten & Gersten, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (13 reviews) ·
818 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06119, USA
16. West Hartford Probate Court Probate Attorney
★ 4.7 (3 reviews) ·
50 S Main St #318, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
17. BlumeLegal LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1001 Farmington Ave #302, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
18. Fink & Highmark Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
920 Farmington Ave Unit 204, West Hartford, CT 06107, USA
19. Goldsby Law Estate Planning Attorney
20 Hurlbut St Suite 202
20. Babins Miller Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
West Hartford, CT
21. Carroll Tax Firm Estate Planning Attorney
West Hartford, CT
22. Kelly A. Ambrogio Estate Planning Attorney
West Hartford, CT
23. Owen Eagan For Probate Judge Estate Planning Attorney
West Hartford, CT
24. gabesricelaw.com Estate Planning Attorney
West Hartford, CT
Estate planning attorneys in West Hartford, CT: a local guide
We currently track 24 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving West Hartford, CT in Capitol Planning Region County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 700 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Marti Law Group is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 198 reviews.
What estate planning costs in West Hartford
Rough planning ranges for the West Hartford area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $300–$1,200 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,500–$4,000 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,000–$8,000+ |
Many West Hartford estate attorneys quote flat fees for wills and trusts and bill hourly (often $250-$500/hr) for probate. Ask for a written fee agreement before you engage.
How to choose an estate attorney in West Hartford
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
- Ask who actually does the work — the attorney, a paralegal, or a form service — and who you'll call with questions.
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a West Hartford-area estate before you engage.
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent West Hartford estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my West Hartford matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
- Will you help fund the trust and store the documents?
- How do updates work as laws or my family change?
Many West Hartford listings also handle wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a will or living trust cost in West Hartford?
Many West Hartford estate attorneys charge flat fees, roughly $300 to $1,200 for a simple will package and $1,500 to $4,000 for a revocable living trust. Probate work is often billed hourly. Ask for a written fee agreement up front.
Do I need a will or a living trust?
It depends on your assets and goals. A will is simpler and cheaper; a living trust can avoid probate and keep matters private. A short consultation with a West Hartford estate attorney will tell you which fits.
How much does probate cost and how long does it take?
Probate cost and timeline vary by estate and county. Simple West Hartford-area estates can take several months, while complex ones run over a year. Ask the attorney for a realistic estimate for your situation.
What is the difference between estate planning and elder law?
Estate planning focuses on wills, trusts, and passing on assets; elder law also covers long-term care, Medicaid planning, and guardianship. Many West Hartford firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in West Hartford: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in West Hartford?
In the West Hartford area, simple wills often run $300–$1,200 and living trust packages $1,500–$4,000; probate and elder law work is commonly billed hourly at $250–$500. Most firms above offer a free or low-cost initial consultation — talk to two or three.
Estate planning vs. elder law vs. probate — which do I need?
Estate planning covers wills, trusts, and powers of attorney while you're healthy. Elder law adds Medicaid planning, guardianship, and long-term-care protection. Probate is the court process after a death — probate attorneys guide executors through estate administration.
What else do these firms handle?
Many attorneys above also handle special needs planning, asset protection, beneficiary disputes, estate tax planning, and real estate transfers in the West Hartford area.
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