1. Stafford Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (128 reviews) ·
381 Shoup Ave #207b, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
2. Alan R. Harrison Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (126 reviews) ·
1070 River Walk Dr Ste 100, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
3. Hopkins Roden Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (156 reviews) ·
428 Park Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
4. Advantage Legal Services PA – Stephen A. Meikle Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (78 reviews) ·
482 Constitution Way Ste 203, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
5. Smith Woolf Anderson & Wilkinson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (130 reviews) ·
3480 Merlin Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, USA
6. Pendlebury Law Office, PA Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (84 reviews) ·
4040 Crestwood Ln, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, USA
7. Beard St Clair Gaffney Attorneys Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (61 reviews) ·
955 Pier View Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
8. Wright Law Offices, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (31 reviews) ·
477 Shoup Ave #109, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
9. Parsons Behle & Latimer Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (25 reviews) ·
350 Memorial Dr Ste 300, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
10. Nalder & Nalder, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (29 reviews) ·
3940 Washington Pkwy, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, USA
11. Nelson Hall Parry Tucker, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (27 reviews) ·
490 Memorial Dr #104, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
12. Holden Kidwell Hahn & Crapo Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (17 reviews) ·
1000 River Walk Dr #200, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
13. Wilkerson Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (21 reviews) ·
690 S Woodruff Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83401, USA
14. Pulse Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (19 reviews) ·
1906 Jennie Lee Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, USA
15. Law Office of Fred Cooper Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (18 reviews) ·
770 S Woodruff Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83401, USA
16. Blake M. Murray - VERO Legal, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (7 reviews) ·
2440 Jafer Ct, Idaho Falls, ID 83404, USA
17. All West Law Group PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
770 S Woodruff Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83401, USA
18. Thomsen Holman Wheiler, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (18 reviews) ·
1000 River Walk Dr Ste 300, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
19. John Simmons JD LLM Prof. Co. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
796 Memorial Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
20. Blake Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
3319 Chasewood Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83406, USA
21. Frederick J. Hahn III Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
421 A St Ste D, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
22. Carpenter Law Office, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
1615 Grandview Dr, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Idaho Falls, ID: a local guide
We currently track 22 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Idaho Falls, ID in Bonneville County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 993 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Hopkins Roden is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.7★ across 156 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Idaho Falls
Rough planning ranges for the Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls
- 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 Idaho Falls-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 Idaho Falls estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
Many Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls?
Many Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls-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 Idaho Falls firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Idaho Falls: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Idaho Falls?
In the Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls area.
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