1. Norris Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (116 reviews) ·
1776 Heritage Center Dr Ste 204, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
2. Warren, Shackleford & Thomas PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (68 reviews) ·
343 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
3. Perry & Brandt, Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (49 reviews) ·
417 S Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
4. Eatmon Law Firm, PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.2 (42 reviews) ·
1788-204 Heritage Center Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
5. Green Mistretta Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (41 reviews) ·
1752 Heritage Center Dr Ste 101, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
6. The Law Office of Colon & Associates PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (27 reviews) ·
833 Durham Rd Ste B, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
7. The Law Offices of John K. Cook P.A. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (22 reviews) ·
215 E Jones Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
8. Rhodes Law Firm, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (19 reviews) ·
853 Durham Rd Ste d, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
9. Capital City Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.6 (11 reviews) ·
106 North Ave, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
10. Breeden Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (9 reviews) ·
822 S White St #106, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
11. Law Office of Terence J. Everitt Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (7 reviews) ·
1788 Heritage Center Dr #204, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
12. James Ashley Pearce Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (80 reviews) ·
104 S White St Ste 210, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
13. The Law Office of Gregory S Davis PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (1 reviews) ·
525 S White St, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
14. Alora Law Estate Planning Attorney
1784 Heritage Center Dr #204H, Wake Forest, NC 27587, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Wake Forest, NC: a local guide
We currently track 14 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Wake Forest, NC in Wake County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.7★ from 492 total reviews, and 10 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Norris Law Firm, PLLC is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.5★ across 116 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Wake Forest
Rough planning ranges for the Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Wake Forest-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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest.
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 Wake Forest matter?
- Is this a flat fee or hourly, and what exactly does it cover?
Many Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest?
Many Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest-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 Wake Forest firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Wake Forest: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Wake Forest?
In the Wake Forest 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 Wake Forest area.
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