1. Herbert Machnik Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (80 reviews) ·
5830 Venture Park Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA
2. Hamilton Law, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (158 reviews) ·
3431 Oakland Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
3. Keilen Law, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (98 reviews) ·
141 E Michigan Ave Ste 602, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
4. Butler Toweson & Payseno PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (78 reviews) ·
202 N Riverview Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49004, USA
5. Allison Greenlee Korr, Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (62 reviews) ·
902 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
6. Howell Parfet Schau Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (59 reviews) ·
350 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
7. Tibble Law Office PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (53 reviews) ·
5144 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048, USA
8. Gail M. Towne, Family Law Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (40 reviews) ·
151 S Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
9. Wesley Todd PLLC, attorney at law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (30 reviews) ·
136 E Michigan Ave #800, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
10. DeMent & Marquardt, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (34 reviews) ·
211 E Water St Unit 401, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
11. Hettinger & Robinson, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (20 reviews) ·
4341 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
12. Reed Law PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (18 reviews) ·
619 W Kalamazoo Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
13. Oudsema Law PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (11 reviews) ·
3018 Oakland Dr Ste b, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, USA
14. Lewis Reed & Allen Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (20 reviews) ·
136 E Michigan Ave #800, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
15. Hoikka Law P.L.L.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
1560 S 8th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA
16. Danielle Streed & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.9 (15 reviews) ·
480 W Lovell St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
17. Brueggemann & Sharma, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (14 reviews) ·
4021 W Main St Ste 400, Kalamazoo, MI 49006, USA
18. Veritas Law Group Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (9 reviews) ·
107 W Michigan Ave Ste 500, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA
19. Stephen W. Burness, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
5955 W Main St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, USA
20. Dietrich VanderRoest Estate Planning Attorney
834 King Hwy
21. Randall L. Brown Law, PLC Estate Planning Attorney
Kalamazoo, MI
22. Sandra Moerman , Cfp Estate Planning Attorney
6100 Stadium Dr
23. Basic Wills & Trusts Estate Planning Attorney
1676 D Ave W
Estate planning attorneys in Kalamazoo, MI: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Kalamazoo, MI in Kalamazoo County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 805 total reviews, and 14 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Hamilton Law, PLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 158 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Kalamazoo
Rough planning ranges for the Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Kalamazoo.
- 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 Kalamazoo-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
- What's the realistic timeline for my Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
Many Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo-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 Kalamazoo firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Kalamazoo: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Kalamazoo?
In the Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo area.
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