★ 5.0 (335 reviews) ·
1037 US-46 Ste G5, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
2. Jaloudi Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (314 reviews) ·
1555 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
★ 4.9 (162 reviews) ·
1115 Clifton Ave Ste 204, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
★ 4.9 (114 reviews) ·
451 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
★ 4.9 (110 reviews) ·
600 Getty Ave Ste 305, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
★ 4.8 (462 reviews) ·
955 Allwood Rd, Clifton, NJ 07012, USA
7. Rosenblum Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (375 reviews) ·
777 Passaic Ave Ste 460, Clifton, NJ 07012, USA
★ 4.7 (134 reviews) ·
1360 Clifton Ave Ste 309, Clifton, NJ 07012, USA
★ 4.4 (78 reviews) ·
40 Union Ave 1st Floor, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
★ 4.6 (60 reviews) ·
970 Clifton Ave Suite 101, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
★ 4.6 (51 reviews) ·
270 Colfax Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
★ 4.9 (42 reviews) ·
777 Passaic Ave #535, Clifton, NJ 07012, USA
★ 4.4 (48 reviews) ·
719 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
★ 4.5 (42 reviews) ·
737 Broad St, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
15. Iannarella Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (26 reviews) ·
139 Lakeview Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
16. Palma Law Firm, P.C Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (22 reviews) ·
1425 Broad St, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
17. Spiegel & Utrera, P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (21 reviews) ·
642 Broad St #1b, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
18. Mazawey Law Firm LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (16 reviews) ·
1135 Broad St Ste 211, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
19. Enrico Luciano Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (33 reviews) ·
1033 US-46, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
20. Friend & Friend Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (5 reviews) ·
1000 Clifton Ave #101, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
21. Robert C Hess Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (5 reviews) ·
840 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
22. Dean j Despotovich Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
328 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Clifton, NJ: a local guide
We currently track 22 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Clifton, NJ in Passaic County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 2,462 total reviews, and 15 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Corradino and Partners, LLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 462 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Clifton
Rough planning ranges for the Clifton 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 Clifton 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 Clifton
- 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 Clifton-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 Clifton estate clients.
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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?
- What's the realistic timeline for my Clifton matter?
Many Clifton 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 Clifton?
Many Clifton 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 Clifton 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 Clifton-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 Clifton firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Clifton: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Clifton?
In the Clifton 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 Clifton area.
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