★ 4.9 (258 reviews) ·
16 Pine St #2, Lowell, MA 01851, USA
★ 4.9 (126 reviews) ·
385 Gorham St Ste 1, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
★ 5.0 (117 reviews) ·
385 Gorham St Suite 2, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
★ 4.7 (132 reviews) ·
1550 Middlesex St, Lowell, MA 01851, USA
★ 4.8 (96 reviews) ·
9 Middlesex St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
★ 4.6 (81 reviews) ·
10 George St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
★ 4.4 (68 reviews) ·
25 Central St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
★ 4.8 (52 reviews) ·
32 Church St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
9. Mello Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (27 reviews) ·
491 Dutton St Ste 211, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
10. Manzi & Seccareccio, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (26 reviews) ·
177 Market St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
11. Law Office of Peter J. Parlow Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (23 reviews) ·
212 Central St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
12. Bruce Gage Family Law of Lowell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (16 reviews) ·
491 Dutton St Ste 211, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
13. PEACE LAW OFFICE Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (20 reviews) ·
338 Parker St, Lowell, MA 01851, USA
14. Flood Law Office PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
549 Rogers St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
15. Boulay Law Firm, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
9 Central St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
16. Law Offices of David P. LiBassi Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (6 reviews) ·
210 Mammoth Rd, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
17. Peter J Mullin Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
PO Box 2507, Lowell, MA 01851, USA
18. Eno Martin Donahue & Roth LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
Kitson Business Center, 491 Dutton St Ste 206, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
19. Plunkett & Plunkett Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
491 Dutton St, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
20. Gallagher & Cavanaugh Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
22 Shattuck St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
21. Northeast Legal Aid, Inc. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 2.8 (19 reviews) ·
35 John St #302, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
22. Howe Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (2 reviews) ·
491 Dutton St Ste 206, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
23. Reppucci Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
147 E Merrimack St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
24. Law Offices of Mayte Ramos Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (14 reviews) ·
16 Jackson St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
25. Christa L. Emerson, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
463 Merrimack St #107, Lowell, MA 01854, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Lowell, MA: a local guide
We currently track 25 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Lowell, MA in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 1,119 total reviews, and 16 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Louis S. Haskell is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 258 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Lowell
Rough planning ranges for the Lowell area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $350–$1,350 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,700–$4,500 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,350–$8,950+ |
Many Lowell 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 Lowell
- 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 Lowell-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 Lowell estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Who will handle my file day to day?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Lowell 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?
Many Lowell 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 Lowell?
Many Lowell 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 Lowell 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 Lowell-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 Lowell firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Lowell: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Lowell?
In the Lowell 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 Lowell area.
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