1. Scott Alevras, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (423 reviews) ·
94 Green St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
2. Carrasco Quintana Law LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (135 reviews) ·
281 Main St 2nd Floor, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
3. Stabile Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (660 reviews) ·
97 Main St Ste 208, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
4. The Haddad Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (271 reviews) ·
100 W Pond Rd, Hopelawn, NJ 08861, USA
5. Falk, Flotteron & Davidson, LLP Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (168 reviews) ·
241 Main St Ste 101, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
6. Key Esquire: Law Office of Ruma Mazumdar, Esq. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (160 reviews) ·
306 Avenel St, Avenel, NJ 07001, USA
7. Law Office of David A. Francis, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (160 reviews) ·
691 Inman Ave, Colonia, NJ 07067, USA
8. Law Office of Eugenie A. Voitkevich Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (73 reviews) ·
705 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
9. Pastor Law, LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (64 reviews) ·
528 Rahway Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
10. Law Office of Candice E. Iheme Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (42 reviews) ·
1000 US-9 Suite 303, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
11. Almasy Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (40 reviews) ·
429 Amboy Ave 2nd floor, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
12. Andrew Koppel, Esq Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (37 reviews) ·
521 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
13. Law Offices of Gary G. Flynn, esq. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (20 reviews) ·
234 Main St #202, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
14. Robert Musto, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (10 reviews) ·
51 Green St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
15. Timothy J. Little, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (18 reviews) ·
517 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
16. Nemergut & Duff Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (18 reviews) ·
217 Main St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
17. Venezia & Nolan PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
306 Main St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
18. ASK LAW FIRM LLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
1460 US-9 Ste 301, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
19. Elizabeth Connolly Dell Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
90 Woodbridge Center Dr #900, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
20. Hutt & Shimanowitz P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (13 reviews) ·
459 Amboy Ave, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
21. Eric Schwab Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (6 reviews) ·
57 Green Street SchwabLaw, ERIC SCHWAB LAW, 57 Green St, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
22. Adams, Cassese & Papp L.L.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (4 reviews) ·
530 Rahway Ave, Woodbridge Township, NJ 07095, USA
23. Alice M. Shanahan Estate Planning Attorney
90 Woodbridge Center Dr, Woodbridge, NJ 07095, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Woodbridge, NJ: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Woodbridge, NJ in Middlesex County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 2,327 total reviews, and 17 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Stabile Law Firm is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.7★ across 660 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Woodbridge
Rough planning ranges for the Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge
- 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 Woodbridge-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 Woodbridge estate clients.
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 Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge?
Many Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge-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 Woodbridge firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Woodbridge: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Woodbridge?
In the Woodbridge 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 Woodbridge area.
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