1. Burns, Henry & Kirksey, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (258 reviews) ·
175 Spring St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
2. Logan-Thompson, P.C. Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (534 reviews) ·
30 2nd St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
3. Chancey-Kanavos Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (352 reviews) ·
121 Broad St SW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
4. Amy Campbell - Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.5 (75 reviews) ·
3910 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
5. Jerry Hoffer Attorney at Law PC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (77 reviews) ·
140 N Ocoee St #100, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
6. RMR Legal PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (71 reviews) ·
70 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
7. Pope Law Offices Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (68 reviews) ·
1510 Stuart Rd NE #107, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
8. The Law Office of Sheridan Randolph Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.3 (63 reviews) ·
255 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
9. Miller Law Firm Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.9 (53 reviews) ·
701 17th St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
10. William Brown & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (49 reviews) ·
23 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
11. ARTHUR BASS, Attorney at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.1 (43 reviews) ·
67 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
12. Ginger Wilson Buchanan Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (27 reviews) ·
423 Broad St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
13. Jones & Associates, PC, Attorneys at Law Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (26 reviews) ·
260 25th St NE #1423, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
14. JENNE LAW, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.7 (23 reviews) ·
260 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
15. Wencke West Attorney at Law, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.8 (22 reviews) ·
140 N Ocoee St #200, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
16. Law Office of Jack W. Tapper Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (19 reviews) ·
1510 Stuart Rd NE Ste 210, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
17. Ashley Ownby Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.4 (19 reviews) ·
180 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
18. Stanford Legal PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (2 reviews) ·
240 Central Ave NE, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
19. Bilbo Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (12 reviews) ·
150 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
20. Every Step Law Group, PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (3 reviews) ·
4235 TL Rogers St NE, Cleveland, TN 37312, USA
21. Lynn Perry Law Office Estate Planning Attorney
★ 3.8 (24 reviews) ·
201 1st St NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
22. Mc Murray Law Office PLLC Estate Planning Attorney
★ 5.0 (3 reviews) ·
20 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
23. M. Susie Starnes & Associates Estate Planning Attorney
★ 4.0 (12 reviews) ·
223 Harle Ave NW, Cleveland, TN 37311, USA
Estate planning attorneys in Cleveland, TN: a local guide
We currently track 23 estate planning, elder law, and probate attorneys serving Cleveland, TN in Bradley County. Across the ones with public reviews, the average customer rating is 4.5★ from 1,835 total reviews, and 11 hold a 4.5★ rating or higher. Logan-Thompson, P.C. is among the most-reviewed locally, at 4.8★ across 534 reviews.
What estate planning costs in Cleveland
Rough planning ranges for the Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland
- For probate, ask about the realistic timeline and total cost for a Cleveland-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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland.
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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
Many Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland-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 Cleveland firms handle both.
Estate & elder law attorneys in Cleveland: what to know
How much does an estate planning attorney cost in Cleveland?
In the Cleveland 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 Cleveland area.
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