1. The Gillman Immigration Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (434 reviews) ·
15322 Galaxie Ave suite 212, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
2. Tentinger Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (71 reviews) ·
14665 Galaxie Ave Suite 300, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
3. James Blumberg Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (56 reviews) ·
14501 Granada Dr Suite 200, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
4. Lianne M. Guenther Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (45 reviews) ·
14501 Granada Dr Suite 200, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
5. Guzmán LaLonde, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (21 reviews) ·
14847 Energy Way, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
6. Martine Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
7300 147th St W Ste 406c, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
7. Elizabeth M. Porter, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (8 reviews) ·
14501 Granada Dr Suite 200, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
8. Sherman Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
15322 Galaxie Ave Suite 202, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
9. Terry Merritt - Estate Planning Attorney Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
14985 Glazier Ave Ste 525, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
10. Stier Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
14665 Galaxie Ave Ste 200, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
11. Legal Assistance of Dakota County Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.1 (21 reviews) ·
7300 147th St W #401, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
12. Kaer Law, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.2 (9 reviews) ·
14665 Galaxie Ave #120, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
13. Patrick W. Stewart Law Offices, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (2 reviews) ·
14501 Granada Dr Suite 200, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Apple Valley, MN: a local guide
We currently track 13 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Apple Valley, MN in Dakota County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.4★ from 687 total reviews, and 8 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. The Gillman Immigration Law Firm, PLLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.9★ across 434 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Apple Valley
Rough planning ranges for the Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Apple Valley.
- 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 Apple Valley-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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley?
Many Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley-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 Apple Valley firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Apple Valley: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Apple Valley?
In the Apple Valley 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 Apple Valley area.
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