1. The Law Offices of Keane, Thomas & Pinnacoli Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (76 reviews) ·
1439 NE Jensen Beach Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957, USA
2. ProActive Legal Care Law Office, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
901 SW Martin Downs Blvd Ste 316, Palm City, FL 34990, USA
3. Beacon Legacy Law Estate Planning Attorney
901 SW Martin Downs Blvd Ste 205
4. Forgione Law Estate Planning Attorney
770 SE Indian St #1
5. T.J. Heinemann Estate Planning Attorney
3141 SW Mapp Rd
6. Abrahamson & Abrahamson Estate Planning Attorney
759 SW Federal Hwy
7. Erin Kirkwood Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
607 SW St. Lucie Cres Ste 106
8. The Estate Trust & Elder Law Firm Elder Law Attorney
850 NW Federal Hwy PMB 1004
9. Florida Legal Document Preparation Estate Planning Attorney
1614 SE North Blackwell Dr
10. Benham Miller & Harris Inc Estate Planning Attorney
417 SE Coconut Ave
11. Kempe, Joseph C Estate Planning Attorney
1101 SE Ocean Blvd
12. Alex Gillen, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
705 SE 5th St
13. Martin County Estate Planning Council Estate Planning Attorney
73 SW Flagler Ave
14. The Law Office of Robert A. Shaffer Estate Planning Attorney
789 SW Federal Hwy Ste 201
15. Pro Se Legal Center P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
16. Portia B. Scott, Chartered Elder Law Attorney
Stuart, FL
17. Law Offices of Svetlana Z. Nemeroff Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
18. Larry M. Stewart, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
19. Law Offices of John J. McGlynn III, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
20. Deltoro Law Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
21. The Gigele Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
22. Michael R. Banks, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
Stuart, FL
23. Moreno Christine M Attorney CPA Estate Planning Attorney
4450 SE Federal Hwy
Estate planning attorneys in Stuart, FL: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Stuart, FL in Martin County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.3★ from 80 total reviews, and 1 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. The Law Offices of Keane, Thomas & Pinnacoli is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.7★ across 76 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Stuart
Rough planning ranges for the Stuart 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 Stuart 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 Stuart
- 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 Stuart-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 Stuart estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Will you help fund the trust and store the documents?
- How do updates work as laws or my family change?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Stuart matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Stuart 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 Stuart?
Many Stuart 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 Stuart 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 Stuart-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 Stuart firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Stuart: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Stuart?
In the Stuart 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 Stuart area.
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