★ 4.9 (1274 reviews) ·
10 High St #3, Medford, MA 02155, USA
★ 5.0 (300 reviews) ·
92 High St DH9, Medford, MA 02155, USA
3. Garreta Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (46 reviews) ·
92 High St DH30, second floor, 92 High St, Medford, MA 02155, USA
4. Envision Estate Planning LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (24 reviews) ·
16 Harvard Ave, Medford, MA 02155, USA
5. Bretta Law Advisors, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (22 reviews) ·
127A Main St, Medford, MA 02155, USA
6. Lambert Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (11 reviews) ·
1 Shipyard Wy #1190, Medford, MA 02155, USA
7. Law Offices of Michael A. Dixon Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
92 High St, Medford, MA 02155, USA
8. Law Office of Sheila E. Grant Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
92 High St #8, Medford, MA 02155, USA
9. Gomes Family Law, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
200 Rivers Edge Dr, Medford, MA 02155, USA
10. Martignetti & Martignetti Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
0 Governors Ave, Medford, MA 02155, USA
11. Law Offices of Michelle Machado Moreira, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (8 reviews) ·
1 Shipyard Wy #201, Medford, MA 02155, USA
12. Macero Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 1.0 (1 reviews) ·
92 High St T-2A, Medford, MA 02155, USA
13. Law Office of Dilce H. Goncalves Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
200 Riverside Ave Suite 320, Medford, MA 02155, USA
14. Law Office of Kevin P. O'Malley, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1 Shipyard Wy #1190, Medford, MA 02155, USA
15. Griffin Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
92 High St STE DH10, Medford, MA 02155, USA
16. Mass General Brigham (Medford, Endocrinology) Estate Planning Attorney
101 Main St
17. Medford Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 1.0 (1 reviews) ·
82 Forest St, Medford, MA 02155, USA
18. Hinkley Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
153 Main St Ste 1c
Estate planning attorneys in Medford, MA: a local guide
We currently track 18 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Medford, MA in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.3★ from 1,712 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Brooks Law Firm is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 1274 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Medford
Rough planning ranges for the Medford 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 Medford 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 Medford
- 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 Medford-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 Medford estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Medford matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Medford 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 Medford?
Many Medford 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 Medford 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 Medford-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 Medford firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Medford: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Medford?
In the Medford 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 Medford area.
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