★ 5.0 (176 reviews) ·
1188 Centre St, Newton Centre, MA 02459, USA
2. Statera Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (85 reviews) ·
181 Wells Ave, Newton, MA 02459, USA
★ 4.6 (64 reviews) ·
300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02458, USA
★ 4.9 (48 reviews) ·
246 Walnut St Ste 102, Newton, MA 02460, USA
★ 5.0 (45 reviews) ·
118 Needham St #2, Newton, MA 02464, USA
6. The Halks Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (35 reviews) ·
233 Needham St Ste 540, Newton, MA 02464, USA
7. DangerLaw, LLC | LGBTQIA | Estate Planning Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (22 reviews) ·
383 Elliot St Ste 10, Newton Upper Falls, MA 02464, USA
8. Rosenberg, Freedman & Lee LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (21 reviews) ·
246 Walnut St Ste 201, Newton, MA 02460, USA
9. Rollins Rollins & Fox Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (16 reviews) ·
36 Glen Ave, Newton, MA 02459, USA
10. Dwyer Goncalves, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (13 reviews) ·
313 Washington St #300, Newton, MA 02458, USA
11. Philip Amaru Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (8 reviews) ·
189 Wells Ave, Newton, MA 02459, USA
12. Blake Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
300 Washington St #801, Newton, MA 02458, USA
13. Timothy R Loff Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
1087 Beacon St, Newton, MA 02459, USA
14. Golden Law Center Estate Planning Attorney
1340 Centre St #103, Newton, MA 02459, USA
15. Tennant & Ewer Estate Planning Attorney
29 Crafts St #420, Newton, MA 02458, USA
16. Lui & Frasca Estate Planning Attorney
450 Lexington St
17. Estate Street Partners Estate Planning Attorney
275 Grove St Bldg 2 , Ste 400
18. Bella Law Estate Planning Attorney
Newton, MA
19. KCS Legal Estate Planning Attorney
Newton, MA
Estate planning attorneys in Newton, MA: a local guide
We currently track 19 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Newton, MA in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 542 total reviews, and 13 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Elizabeth “Liz” Barletta of the Barletta Team @ Ligris is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 176 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Newton
Rough planning ranges for the Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Newton.
- 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 Newton-area estate before you engage.
- Make sure they'll keep your plan current as laws and your family change, and how updates are billed.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- How do updates work as laws or my family change?
- Who will handle my file day to day?
Many Newton 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 Newton?
Many Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton-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 Newton firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Newton: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Newton?
In the Newton 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 Newton area.
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