1. O'Keefe, Rivera & Berk, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (39 reviews) ·
5620 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
2. John Farrell Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (19 reviews) ·
10610 S Cicero Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
3. Bourjas Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (13 reviews) ·
9759 SW Hwy, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
4. Law Office of Farrell & Farrell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (11 reviews) ·
4550 103rd St #202, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
5. Law Offices of Robert P Reynolds Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (10 reviews) ·
4001 W 95th St #200, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
6. Law Office of Jonathan W. Cole Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (17 reviews) ·
5013 W 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
7. Law Offices of Stephen Sutera Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (6 reviews) ·
4927 95th St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
8. James K. Kenny Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
9759 SW Hwy, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
9. Chargois Harper Attorneys and Counselors at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
4647 W 103rd St, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
10. Berry K. Tucker & Associates, Ltd. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (10 reviews) ·
10610 S Cicero Ave #6, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
11. Rouhy J. Shalabi & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (14 reviews) ·
4700 W 95th St Ste LL-7, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
12. Mc Namara Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
10653 S Kostner Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
13. 5 West Legal Services Estate Planning Attorney
9624 S Cicero Ave PMB 251
14. Robert D Ruzich & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (10 reviews) ·
4001 W 95th St #200, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
15. The Law Office of Jeremiah P. Murray Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.6 (5 reviews) ·
4550 W 103rd St #201, Oak Lawn, IL 60453, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Oak Lawn, IL: a local guide
We currently track 15 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Oak Lawn, IL in Cook County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 159 total reviews, and 10 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. O'Keefe, Rivera & Berk, LLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 39 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Oak Lawn
Rough planning ranges for the Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn
- 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 Oak Lawn-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 Oak Lawn estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Oak Lawn matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
- Do you focus on estate planning and probate specifically?
Many Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn?
Many Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn-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 Oak Lawn firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Oak Lawn: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Oak Lawn?
In the Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn area.
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