1. Gale & Laughlin Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (122 reviews) ·
225 NJ-35, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
2. Asterita & Associates, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (115 reviews) ·
66 Reckless Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
3. Canarick & Canarick Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (65 reviews) ·
11 Wharf Ave C3, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
4. Izgelov & Izgelova, LLC. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (29 reviews) ·
125 Half Mile Rd Ste 200, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
5. Byrnes, O'Hern & Heugle, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (19 reviews) ·
195 E Bergen Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
6. Evergreen Legal Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (12 reviews) ·
140 Broad St Ste 200, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
7. Margaret M. Mahon, Esq. LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (11 reviews) ·
211 Broad St #203, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
8. Foss, San Filippo & Milne, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (11 reviews) ·
225 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
9. Giordano Halleran & Ciesla PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (8 reviews) ·
6777, 125 Half Mile Rd #300, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
10. Parsons & Nardelli Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
151 Bodman Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
11. Lau & Nicolello, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
12 Broad St 3rd Floor, Unit 304B, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
12. The Law Offices of Gold, Albanese & Barletti, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
211 Broad St #207, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
13. Patricia A. Bennett, ESQ., PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (11 reviews) ·
97 Maple Ave, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
14. Mills Elder Law LLC Elder Law Attorney
331 Newman Springs Rd #143, Red Bank, NJ 07701, USA
15. Bressler-Duyk Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
Red Bank, NJ
Estate planning attorneys in Red Bank, NJ: a local guide
We currently track 15 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Red Bank, NJ in Monmouth County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.8★ from 410 total reviews, and 12 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Gale & Laughlin is among the most-reviewed locally, at 5.0★ across 122 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Red Bank
Rough planning ranges for the Red Bank 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 Red Bank 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 Red Bank
- 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 Red Bank estate clients.
- Pick a lawyer who focuses on estate planning and probate, not a generalist who dabbles.
- Confirm they're licensed and in good standing with the state bar, and ask how long they've practiced near Red Bank.
- Ask whether wills and trusts are flat-fee and what that covers (funding the trust, revisions, directives).
Questions to ask before you hire
- 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 Red Bank matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Red Bank 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 Red Bank?
Many Red Bank 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 Red Bank 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 Red Bank-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 Red Bank firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Red Bank: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Red Bank?
In the Red Bank 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 Red Bank area.
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