★ 5.0 (86 reviews) ·
7321 Ridgeway Ave, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
★ 4.7 (86 reviews) ·
10024 Skokie Blvd Ste 236, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
★ 4.8 (72 reviews) ·
4711 Golf Rd #1125, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
★ 4.8 (46 reviews) ·
8833 Gross Point Rd Unit 206, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
★ 4.9 (42 reviews) ·
9150 N Crawford Ave Ste 106, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
★ 5.0 (41 reviews) ·
8401 N Crawford Ave #104, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
★ 4.1 (51 reviews) ·
8424 Skokie Blvd Ste 200, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
8. The Law Office of Jade Carpenter Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (26 reviews) ·
4711 Golf Rd #1125, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
9. Sharon Corse Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (20 reviews) ·
8401 N Crawford Ave, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
10. Gordon & Perlut, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (12 reviews) ·
5250 Old Orchard Rd Ste 300, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
11. Ira Piltz Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
8170 N McCormick Blvd #116, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
12. Paul W. Plotnick - Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
9933 Lawler Ave, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
13. Fagan, Fagan & Davis Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
8170 N McCormick Blvd #126, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
14. Levy Law Solutions Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (2 reviews) ·
8820 Skokie Blvd #384, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
15. Berg & Berg Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (10 reviews) ·
5215 Old Orchard Rd #220, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
16. The Law Offices of Dennis A. Delman Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
4711 Golf Rd #700, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
17. Illinois Center for Elder Law Elder Law Attorney
4438 Oakton St, Skokie, IL 60076, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Skokie, IL: a local guide
We currently track 17 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Skokie, IL in Cook County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 509 total reviews, and 14 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Adler & Herbach is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 86 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Skokie
Rough planning ranges for the Skokie 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 Skokie 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 Skokie
- 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 Skokie-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 Skokie estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Skokie matter?
Many Skokie 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 Skokie?
Many Skokie 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 Skokie 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 Skokie-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 Skokie firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Skokie: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Skokie?
In the Skokie 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 Skokie area.
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Local resources for Skokie
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