1. SSR LAW Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (238 reviews) ·
45952 Schoenherr Rd, Shelby Township, MI 48315, USA
★ 4.9 (99 reviews) ·
1442 Brush St 2nd Floor, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
★ 4.9 (81 reviews) ·
420 Washington Blvd STE 301, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
★ 4.0 (83 reviews) ·
7310 Woodward Ave #301, Detroit, MI 48202, USA
★ 4.9 (50 reviews) ·
500 Griswold St Ste 1630, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
6. Harp Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (45 reviews) ·
1001 Woodward Ave Ste 500, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
7. Howard & Gupta Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (31 reviews) ·
1020 Springwells St, Detroit, MI 48209, USA
8. Dupuy Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (14 reviews) ·
407 E Fort St #103, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
9. Law Office of Brooke Lauren Archie, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (12 reviews) ·
615 Griswold St #1215, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
10. Kathy Henry Law and Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (10 reviews) ·
615 Griswold St #925, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
11. Upton Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (11 reviews) ·
17800 Woodward Ave Ste LL3, Detroit, MI 48203, USA
12. Denise M. Hudson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (8 reviews) ·
615 Griswold St #1626, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
13. Anderson & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
313 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
14. Phifer, Phillips & White, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
407 E Fort St Ste 500
15. Wayne W Wilson Estate Planning Attorney
28 W Adams Ave Ste 800
16. The Frey Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
645 Griswold St Ste 3900
Estate planning attorneys in Detroit, MI: a local guide
We currently track 16 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Detroit, MI in Wayne County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 683 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. SSR LAW is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 238 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Detroit
Rough planning ranges for the Detroit area:
| Service | Typical range |
|---|
| Simple will package | $400–$1,500 |
| Revocable living trust package | $1,900–$5,000 |
| Full estate plan or probate work | $3,750–$10,000+ |
Many Detroit 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 Detroit
- 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 Detroit-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 Detroit estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- What's the realistic timeline for my Detroit 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?
- How do updates work as laws or my family change?
Many Detroit 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 Detroit?
Many Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit-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 Detroit firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Detroit: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Detroit?
In the Detroit 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 Detroit area.
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