★ 4.6 (145 reviews) ·
4713 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
★ 4.4 (132 reviews) ·
3710 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
★ 4.4 (52 reviews) ·
545 39th St Ste 401, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
4. Law Offices of Jeffrey S. Hasson, P.C.- Union City Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (26 reviews) ·
322 48th St, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
5. Law Offices of Osualdo Gonzalez Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (22 reviews) ·
2000 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
6. Law Office of Ysabel Williams Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (13 reviews) ·
4300 Bergenline Ave #204, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
7. The Law Offices of Bianca Pereiras Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (13 reviews) ·
1116 Summit Ave, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
8. The Law Offices of Yalissa Y. Alfaro, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
2811 Bergenline Ave #1a, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
9. Aponte Nelson Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (78 reviews) ·
4312 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
10. Law Offices Alan Molina, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (6 reviews) ·
517 38th St Apt 1, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
11. Dario, Albert, Metz, Canda, Concannon & Ortiz Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (4 reviews) ·
314 48th St, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
12. Paneque Tomas R Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (21 reviews) ·
831 Sip St, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
13. Wolfberg & Wolfberg LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (28 reviews) ·
322 48th St Apt 2, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
14. The J. Rodriguez Law Firm, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
3700 Bergenline Ave #2F, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
15. Daniel Serata, Esq. Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (6 reviews) ·
322 48th St #1, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
16. Mc Alevy Dennis D Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (4 reviews) ·
1814 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
17. Jardines E Alexander Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
512 42nd St, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
18. Rosalind S Punales Esq Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (7 reviews) ·
4808 Bergenline Ave #606, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
19. Lilia A Munoz Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.0 (8 reviews) ·
545 39th St, Union City, NJ 07087, USA
20. CGS Law Hub Estate Planning Attorney
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Estate planning attorneys in Union City, NJ: a local guide
We currently track 20 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Union City, NJ in Hudson County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.6★ from 578 total reviews, and 12 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. The Law Offices of Lloyd E. Bennett Esq., P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.6★ across 145 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Union City
Rough planning ranges for the Union City 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 Union City 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 Union City
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Union City-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 Union City 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 Union City.
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 Union City 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 Union City?
Many Union City 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 Union City 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 Union City-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 Union City firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Union City: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Union City?
In the Union City 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 Union City area.
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