★ 5.0 (138 reviews) ·
4 Court St Ste 105, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
★ 4.9 (62 reviews) ·
645 County St Unit 6A, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
★ 4.8 (50 reviews) ·
57 Main St, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
4. Gay & Gay: David Gay Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (12 reviews) ·
73 Washington St, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
5. Richard A. Nunes Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (10 reviews) ·
14 Taunton Green, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
6. Natoli & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
4 Court St Ste 204, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
7. Gayle A. deMello Madeira Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (11 reviews) ·
49 Broadway, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
8. Brennan Scungio Kresge LLP - Taunton Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
174 Dean St Unit B, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
9. Sheehan & Associates Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
140 N Walker St #513, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
10. Law Office of Louis A D'Amarino Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (4 reviews) ·
18 Broadway Ste 213, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
11. Joseph F. deMello, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (5 reviews) ·
71 Main St #2100, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
12. Law Offices of Aleixo and Murray, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.7 (3 reviews) ·
12 Taunton Green, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
13. Law Office of Tena Kathleen Kerns Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (10 reviews) ·
71 Main St #1400c, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
14. Medeiros & Medeiros Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
4 Winthrop St Ste 100, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
15. David E. Velesig, Esq. Criminal Law & Estate Planning Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
23 Trescott St #6, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
16. Law Office of Suzanne E. Hannigan Estate Planning Attorney
23 Trescott St, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
17. Law Offices Of William A. Manganiello Estate Planning Attorney
311 Somerset Ave
18. John Paul Thomas Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (6 reviews) ·
98 County St, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
19. Cornerstone Law Group, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
One Taunton Green #2, Taunton, MA 02780, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Taunton, MA: a local guide
We currently track 19 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Taunton, MA in Bristol County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 332 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Law Office of Alexander M. Nesson is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 138 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Taunton
Rough planning ranges for the Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton
- 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 Taunton-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 Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton?
Many Taunton 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 Taunton 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 Taunton-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 Taunton firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Taunton: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Taunton?
In the Taunton 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 Taunton area.
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