★ 5.0 (135 reviews) ·
1 Market St, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
★ 5.0 (83 reviews) ·
16 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
★ 4.9 (77 reviews) ·
152 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
★ 5.0 (60 reviews) ·
152 Lynnway Unit 1G, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
★ 5.0 (48 reviews) ·
85 Exchange St Ste 302, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
6. Law Office Of Horrigan & Norman Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (37 reviews) ·
330 Lynnway #111, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
7. Attorney Andrew Bucklin Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (24 reviews) ·
56 Cannon Rock Rd, Lynn, MA 01904, USA
8. Law Offices of James J. Carrigan Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (19 reviews) ·
225 Boston St Ste 306, Lynn, MA 01904, USA
9. Bradley Moore Primason Cuffe & Weber Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (15 reviews) ·
225 Boston St Ste 106, Lynn, MA 01904, USA
10. Deborah Gold-Alexander, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
152 Lynnway #1F, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
11. Stephen F. Murray Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
Seaport Landing, 152 Lynnway #1F, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
12. Mc Gloin & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (10 reviews) ·
101 N Common St, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
13. Demakis Law Offices, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
56 Central Ave, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
14. The Law Offices of Judith A. Wayne & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.5 (6 reviews) ·
Suite 470, 330 Lynnway, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
15. Neighborhood Legal Services Inc Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (28 reviews) ·
181 Union St, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
16. The Satterwhite Law Firm, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (19 reviews) ·
125 Lynnfield St, Lynn, MA 01904, USA
17. Vitali Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
161 Liberty St, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
18. Law Office of Thomas D Haggard Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
271 Western Ave Ste 102B, Lynn, MA 01904, USA
19. Stephen L Smith Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
85 Exchange St #326, Lynn, MA 01901, USA
20. Joseph M. Sano, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (4 reviews) ·
3 Broad St #2, Lynn, MA 01902, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Lynn, MA: a local guide
We currently track 20 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Lynn, MA in Essex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 598 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Thomas O Mason is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 135 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Lynn
Rough planning ranges for the Lynn 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 Lynn 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 Lynn
- Read reviews and ask for references from recent Lynn estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Lynn.
- 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.
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 Lynn matter?
Many Lynn 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 Lynn?
Many Lynn 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 Lynn 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 Lynn-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 Lynn firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Lynn: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Lynn?
In the Lynn 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 Lynn area.
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