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18 Nov, 2023 by Ty croxton
Over the years thru business I've dealt with several attorneys Mr. Kahlenberg is truly one of a kind very knowledgeable in his field an brings a genuine truth to what he does all along bringing tremendous value to his clients has been a pleasure doing buisness with an very fortunate to have him in my corner
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12 Apr, 2022 by Ryan bayonnet
26 Jan, 2022 by Diane morreale
25 Jun, 2024 by Lamar kelley
Waste of time They also want $150 a hr just for consultation
Hustling
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24 Apr, 2024 by Scott mader
I can't say enough about how quickly and professionally my small business matter was handled. Greg and his associates were fair and transparent all the way through. I deal in rather complex digital issues and they handled this without a hiccup. Great people! Scott Mader Mader Marketing LLC
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03 Dec, 2023 by Daniel mercer
25 Jun, 2024 by Lamar kelley
Waste of time They also want $150 a hr just for consultation
Hustling
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24 Apr, 2024 by Scott mader
I can't say enough about how quickly and professionally my small business matter was handled. Greg and his associates were fair and transparent all the way through. I deal in rather complex digital issues and they handled this without a hiccup. Great people! Scott Mader Mader Marketing LLC
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03 Dec, 2023 by Daniel mercer
04 Dec, 2024 by Carolyn mcbride
Working with Rachel Reight was a wonderful experience. She was so down to Earth, trustworthy, and I am glad to have worked with her! I would give her 10 stars if I could!
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09 Oct, 2024 by Katie tirabassi
Rachel was incredible to work with. She spent an ample amount of time working with me and answering all of my many, many questions throughout my process. I truly appreciate her knowledge, assistance, and understanding. She is phenomenal and I would recommend her and Baasten, McKinley & Co. to anyone!
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25 Jun, 2024 by Roger sasack
Experts in labor and employment law that get the job done. Rachel is a rockstar of an attorney who is an excellent communicator who is patient with your questions, personable and thorough. The highest recommendation!
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04 Dec, 2024 by Carolyn mcbride
Working with Rachel Reight was a wonderful experience. She was so down to Earth, trustworthy, and I am glad to have worked with her! I would give her 10 stars if I could!
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09 Oct, 2024 by Katie tirabassi
Rachel was incredible to work with. She spent an ample amount of time working with me and answering all of my many, many questions throughout my process. I truly appreciate her knowledge, assistance, and understanding. She is phenomenal and I would recommend her and Baasten, McKinley & Co. to anyone!
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25 Jun, 2024 by Roger sasack
Experts in labor and employment law that get the job done. Rachel is a rockstar of an attorney who is an excellent communicator who is patient with your questions, personable and thorough. The highest recommendation!
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21 Mar, 2024 by Gw
I met with Todd Kotler to assist me with obtaining a Letter of Authority for the estate of my deceased spouse. I had explained what I needed by phone, prior to this meeting, and he said he could help with that. He was late and unprepared for our meeting, without apology. When he learned there were basically no personal assets to report, and I just needed the LOA to get the medical records of my deceased spouse, he asked if I was planning to file a wrongful death action. I explained I was having a medical lawyer review the records at this point. He then had a cryptic conversation with his paralegal about fees, then insisted that he would have to open and close probate, and coordinate that with the other attorney. He advised me to list $100,000 as personal assets for my deceased spouse, which is completely false, in anticipation of a lawsuit award that may not ever happen. He then claimed he would be entitled to 4% of any potential settlement for which he would have had no part in litigating. I ended the meeting at that point and consulted another estate attorney. He was shocked that Mr. Kotler would take advantage of someone in a tragic situation. He said there was a very simple way for me to obtain the medical records without unnecessarily opening probate, and explained exactly what to do, at no charge. How unethical and desperate do you have to be to exploit someone who is grieving? In my opinion, Todd Kotler is a very small, arrogant, unethical man, out to line his own pockets. If I decide to file a wrongful death action, I will certainly not hire Mr. Kotler to handle probate.
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23 Sep, 2023 by Chris bauer
Used them for years very helpful
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16 Mar, 2023 by Joshua graham
Had a trust set up and the service and price were first class. Highly recommend.
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27 Jan, 2025 by Traci kronmiller
Anthony Rich does very well with communicating with his clients. I didn’t feel rushed talking with him and he patiently answered all the questions we had. This was all before we even paid for his services! Once he was paid he immediately visited our family member, while they were in jail, so he could get the ball rolling. This family member said Anthony Rich was very professional, and definitely knew what he was doing in that court room. Folks, he was a big part of saving our family that day! Those five stars were well earned. Thank you Anthony Rich.
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24 Jan, 2025 by Levi kronmiller
Got three felonies dismissed very easily!! Definitely knows what he is doing!!
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14 Nov, 2024 by Mellany mcleod
08 Jul, 2024 by James kotolup
08 Jul, 2024 by J.d. friedrich
Excellent group here that can take care of all your legal needs.. super personable and friendly
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08 Jul, 2024 by Barbara pittillo
The attorney that took my case talked a good story but could not accomplish much without an expensive law suit. Then without the courtesy of at least letting me know, handed my case over to a freshly graduated attorney. I had to prod this attorney to make any moves and had to ask for any updates. I had to pay upfront for a law suit. The attorney extended every courtesy and kindness to the person I was opposing, while I was billed for it all. I even had to call and ask for the remainder of my retainer. This attorney was done but failed to notify accounting. I do not recommend.
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07 Jan, 2025 by Starlett
Arnie has been my first call attorney for over 20+ years. He has helped friends, family and has always been direct, fast and informational. Cost has been worth the services because he makes you aware of potential outcomes regardless if it is not favorable. Reimbursed for services not used which speaks volumes of his character.
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01 Nov, 2024 by Brad stripe
I don’t understand how it’s legal to give contradicting statements, but in one of the secretary tells me that I will get a call back in the other one said that I would have to be in an apt to be a hard-working American and not have any flexibility in speaking to a lawyer is ridiculous so to have a job you’re not allowed to have any kind of needs that require a lawyer. Looks like it’s time to hit up those offices in Cuyahoga county because can’t get any local help
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04 Oct, 2024 by Monica a
I've been working with Andrew for a little over a year now with help for a protection order as well as custody. I can not put into words how grateful I am for Andrew and thankful I am for the dedication and hard work he has put in to help my child and I. He was very passionate and caring of our situation and that means worlds. He's been very prompt responding to any questions or concerns during the entire process. Dude puts in the work. I appreciated the way Andrew would explain things and include me in everything pertaining to the case. There was never a moment of not knowing what was going on. I'd give more stars for the review if I could.
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20 Oct, 2024 by Melissa
Holly handled my case with exceptional care and detail. As a professional woman myself, I was looking for someone with a strong backbone, directness, and extensive knowledge and skill in the courtroom. Holly exceeded my expectations! She made sure everything was handled thoroughly, and I am very happy with the outcome. Holly is one of the few attorneys I have met that displays great integrity. I will continue to highly recommend her for anyone that needs an excellent and highly knowledgeable attorney.
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16 Apr, 2023 by Anonymous
I have a ex neighbor voted in office works at newspaper now that husband went to court whom narc abused him relentlessly. Pregnant deliberately for cash. This atty got to court with him knowing another atty friends with soon to be ex wife. The day of court she looked at him said you wanna see your child you better pay me $10,000 more? She done a similar thing to another friend since they were abused unable to pay they never saw their kids due to favoring the abuser and outright perjured herself for helping winning that case. That court will even use therapists they have illegal bond with to help fix the problem.
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14 Mar, 2021 by Anonymous
Had Holly for my parent’s case a few years ago. I was 14 at the time and completely able to choose on my own. Her tone was anything but compassionate and would threaten me with choosing a parent on her own if I didn’t speak with her. While I understand this, I was an emotional teenager going through something traumatic and she did not try to comfort me once in this process. Did not listen to my brother and I in the slightest when it came to what we want, and ultimately gave custody to the parent that we did not want chosen. She purely cares about getting paid and does not care about the children she deals with. Awful. Please do not choose this woman for any case you may have.
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28 Oct, 2024 by Mrs.
First of, his "office" is very gloomy and unwelcoming, very messy. So head's up. We thought he would be a good person to go to for a case about custody and child support. He charged us $3300 up front for a big case that ended up being very small, and did not want to pay us back for all the hours he didn't use on our case. He also wanted to charge us over $500 for my grandson to get his last name changed. We found out it only costs about $100 and is easy to do.
Mr. Jones did very little, copied and pasted a lot, overcharged for his services, did not return phone calls, and tried to prolong this case. My daughter spent hours on the phone to talk to her ex husband because Jones refused to return his phone calls. We tried to dismiss the case and he told us it could not be done, then we found out it could, Jones told us in order to do this he needed a letter and signature to get it filed. This was the night before the deadline to get anything done before it would go to a court hearing. I had found out the previous day about the dismissal procedure and had a copy of the signed form, already filed with the clerk of courts, for Jones to keep. Needless to say, his dumbfounded facial expression was priceless, since he realized he would not get any more money from us. After receiving an itemized bill, on which he stated we owed him $156 more, and to pay it at our earliest convenience, I took the bill to the finance section at the courthouse and was told that there was actually a refund on this bill. Had I paid the $156, he would also have pocketed the $180+, since the paperwork we signed stated, very hidden toward the end, that any access money is considered additional attorney fees. So please, before you sign anything, READ everything and ask questions. And be proactive in researching. Bottom line: Look at other attorneys or do some serious research before getting involved with Mr. Douglas Jones.
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13 May, 2021 by Attorneymike
I am a colleague of Doug and have known him for many years. He is our go to attorney when we need assistance in matters outside of our expertise. Doug is very knowledgeable in all matters concerning probate and bankruptcy. You will not find a more knowledge and compassionate attorney.
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21 Mar, 2017 by Anonymous
Mr. Jones was not a typical attorney. He is very straight-forward and gets directly to the point he does not candy coat. He does not feed me with crap that was useless to my case or looked to further any agenda to obtain more money. He told me up front what the cost would be for a type of case and that was also the same as other attorneys I have consulted with. I have hired Mr. Jones in the past years for related cases and will continue to do so. I have found Mr. Jones to be the only attorney that was different from the rest and that's what I liked about him the most. Great person.
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15 Feb, 2022 by Jim
It has taken me 5 years to write this. She may be knowledgeable in family affairs. But if your divorce includes a business and or property not so much. In my experience with her she let the opposing attorney pretty much lead her around. The whole process took much longer due to the number of consultants she had to bring in, it also drove the costs up. Good Luck.
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11 Jul, 2017 by Anonymous
Susan helped me not only gain full custody of my kids but when challenged again later, keep full custody. She's kind, she's caring, and I look on her more as a friend than attorney. I appreciate all she's done for me and my kids.
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10 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
Susan Pucci is Stark county's most unethical lawyer. She will say, do and be whatever necessary. She is discredited more than any other stark lawyer. She overcharges and doesn't take your matter seriously.
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05 Oct, 2015 by Anonymous
This attorney provided representation in our divorce; our marriage was under 4 years with no kids. I am semi-retired; my business is in real estate; we acquired our marital residence and a rental home, and 2 used cars during the marriage, which is essentially all the significant assets that should have been at stake. We have similar middle-class incomes, so there were no spousal-support claims. Wife filed the divorce, and husband did not counter-sue her, but simply defended his assets; wife brought no financial assets into the marriage. Wife sued husband for close to $100K, representing her perception of real estate equity of husband's investments along with her attorney fees to be paid by the husband. Although Rubin subpoenaed all real estate mortgage documents, Rubin missed the obvious that substantial mortgage debt was originated during the marriage, negating any assumed positive real estate equity, and instead leaving each party liable for half of the actual negative real estate equity of over $90K; Rubin had used her own appraiser for valuations but that did not help; she just didn't do the simple math to subtract marital mortgage debt from appraised property values when the appraisals came in over 6 months before trial. Rubin dragged the case out to being 15 months long, ending in an absurd 3 day trial, instead of a simple 1 day trial, designed primarily to run up attorneys' billable hours for their clients. To increase her in-court time she even had an "expert witness" attorney appear in trial strictly to support her attorney fees, a tactic that may have ethically worked against the best interests of the client. Rubin failed to research appropriate real estate case law to support her case; the bill from Rubin was over $20K.
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24 Mar, 2013 by Mike
I was being pounded with false lies and statements during our divorce to keep me away from my child. Some lies were arrests some at the felony level. Once Rosemary gained my trust she work me quickly out of safe haven visits and into where my daughter could see me . Other lawyer I believe would not of cared. Rosemary told me my divorce was one of the worst messes she ever seen. (still is) With out rosemary I would have a 5 year protection order against me and never see my daughter. I Wish I could afford to hire her with the new stuff going on But if all goes the way it looks everything I told is now coming true and I pray I have custody and my new lawyer is just as bright and gogetter as she was!
BTW just because you do not get everything you want in a divorce that is being picky. It is getting what is ultimately important. For me that was time with my daughter. I can re-buy all the stuff I lost.
Rosemary also gave me her private number knowing I was in danger with what was going on and gave me ways to avoid the tactics of my ex wife. Rosemary also had to testify in a criminal matter because my ex used a court accident to harm me.
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15 Oct, 2008 by Anonymous
RGR settled my case and did so unsatisfactorily; any and virtually all concessions in the agreement were made on my behalf as the overall strategy to settle the case. As it turns out, unfortunately, the concessions I made under representation were well and above guidelines.
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06 Aug, 2024 by Anonymous
he bows down to the other side he sells you down the river he don,t care he is only after the money and nothing more same thing as the other review had pictures of girl friend abusing my daughter and he did nothing and out 15000 for nothing.
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10 Aug, 2016 by Anonymous
I paid over $10,000 to him to merely have a court-ordered visitation order enforced. I paid his girlfriend to serve subpoenas for witnesses that never testified. I gave him videos and instructed him to get Guardian ad Litem appointed. He never did it. I've got the emails to prove it. I gave him text messages from minor child which I cannot divulge in this review to inform court. He never did it. I had hearing and he never called ex-wife to testify then the transcripts DISAPPEARED. He did and did not do things that defied logic. You cant make this stuff up! I terminated him and had private investigation done and it turned up things that are so unbelievable that I would NEVER had hired him had I known these things. Immoral and unethical. Don't fall for the trap that he knows all of the magistrates and judges. He may very well know them but he uses that as a ruse to sell you out. Ive got the proof and there's a WHOLE lot more. There's a reason why he's not at Day-Ketterer anymore. He's as smooth as they come, that's why he's got away with everything before!
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23 Jun, 2023 by Anonymous
This man is very sorry unprofessional and tactless sexist unorganized rude and ignorant I would never recommend this man to anyone he needs to have his license taken away.
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15 Jun, 2018 by Randy
just now
The most unprofessional unorganized business I have ever seen. You get what you pay for. Facts: My file was lost in the stacks and stacks of files when I arrived for my last meeting. They searched for almost a half an hour and still couldn't find it. My paperwork was not properly filed and if I would have not done the legwork myself running paperwork to the courthouse last minute, I would have had to start my case from the very begininng with a new lawyer due to deadlines. Phone calls were never returned. Upon telling Mr Golub that I didn't feel confident with his work after he failed to file paperwork and blamed it on my bank after his secretary previously confirmed she had the paperwork, and lost my file, he became very uncomposed to say the least and told me to get out of his office. He yelled within inches of my face, spit flying, pointing his finger in my face. Telling me to come back when I feel more confident. He slammed his door and told me I could just sit there all day, that he wasn't helping me. He told me I was the worst client he has ever had. When he finally helped me, he became angry that I read what I was signing and slammed down the papers crumpling them up. Mr Golub also made several comments about my appearance and said we obviously have very different standards. When I asked to have information to complete courses he told me I couldn't take them yet because he owed them money. This was on two different occasions, months apart. Would never recommend him to anyone. It's not worth the extra couple hundred of dollars you save to be constantly stressed and worried that your case is not being handled properly. The case was taken care of on time. But I had to constantly follow up with them, and as previously stated, the final piece of Information the courts needed to settle my case would not have been in their hands if I had not taken it to them. He had the paperwork in his possession for 2 months.
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25 Jun, 2017 by Anonymous
The minute I walked into his office....I should have left and never came back. The disarray of his office should have been enough to make me leave, but this was my first time filling BKO so I didn't know what to expect. Mr. Golub is a nice man but is very unorganized.
Further into the BKO I called him several times concerning reaffirmation letters for my car and house, after several attempts with no communication, I took maters into my own hands and spoke with many Customer Service Rep's and bank supervisors--the bottom line was, he needed to submit paper work--NOTHING WAS EVER SUBMITTED. I then went to his office (his secretary does everything) and made sure he submitted all necessary forms. This was one of the most stressful things I ever went through. He assured me by filling Chapter 13, I would not loose my home or my car--well, I almost did!! No thanks to Mr. Golub. To this day, I still don't know why I am paying him over $1,300. 00 when I did a crap load of work. I thought that was the attorney's job?
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27 Jun, 2018 by Anonymous
Hired this attorney to complete some paperwork including wills. After the paid consultation ($125) I was given no time frame on when the documents would be completed. After a few months I emailed to follow up. Was told things were almost done. Fast forward 8 months and I still have no documents. Repeated calls and emails have been completely ignored. Awful experience that cost $125 for no results
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What an Estate Planning Lawyer Can Do for You
An estate planning lawyer helps individuals plan for the management and distribution of their assets after death or during incapacitation. Their services involve drafting important legal documents, such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Estate planning attorneys work to ensure that your assets are transferred according to your wishes, minimize tax liabilities, and avoid probate court. They also help clients plan for potential long-term care needs and protect their estate from being diminished by healthcare costs.
By working with an estate planning lawyer, you can have peace of mind knowing that your loved ones will be cared for and that your estate will be managed efficiently and according to your desires.
When Should I Hire an Estate Planning Lawyer?
Hiring an estate planning lawyer is beneficial in many situations, especially when you want to ensure that your assets are handled properly after death. Common reasons to hire an estate planning lawyer include:
- Drafting a will: If you want to clearly define how your assets will be distributed after death, an attorney can draft a legally sound will.
- Creating a trust: For those looking to avoid probate or provide for loved ones over time, setting up a trust can help manage the distribution of assets.
- Planning for incapacity: An estate lawyer can help draft powers of attorney and healthcare directives so that your financial and medical decisions are made by someone you trust if you become incapacitated.
- Minimizing estate taxes: If your estate is large, a lawyer can help create strategies to reduce or eliminate federal and state estate taxes.
- Special circumstances: If you have minor children, blended families, or complex assets like businesses, an estate planning lawyer can create tailored solutions.
- Guardianship or conservatorship: If you want to designate guardians for minor children or ensure proper care for incapacitated adults, an attorney can help.
Hiring an estate planning lawyer is especially important if your estate is complex or if you want to ensure that your wishes are properly followed.
What Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Do?
An estate planning lawyer provides a range of services designed to help you organize your affairs and ensure your estate is managed according to your wishes. They can:
- Draft wills and trusts: Creating legally binding documents that dictate how your assets will be distributed and managed.
- Create powers of attorney and healthcare directives: Appointing someone to make financial or medical decisions for you if you become incapacitated.
- Minimize taxes: Developing strategies to reduce estate taxes, gift taxes, and other financial liabilities for your heirs.
- Help avoid probate: Structuring your estate plan to avoid probate, which can save time and money for your beneficiaries.
- Advise on long-term care planning: Helping you plan for potential healthcare needs in the future, including Medicaid planning and protecting assets from being depleted by nursing home costs.
- Assist with beneficiary designations: Ensuring that life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and other financial instruments are correctly designated.
- Handle probate and estate administration: If a loved one has passed away, an estate planning lawyer can help guide you through the probate process or act as an executor.
How Are Estate Planning Lawyers Paid?
Estate planning lawyers typically charge for their services in one of several ways, depending on the complexity of your estate and the type of services you need. Common payment structures include:
- Flat fee: Many estate planning services, such as drafting a will or trust, are charged on a flat-fee basis. The fee covers all work related to preparing the document.
- Hourly rate: For more complex planning, such as estate tax strategy or trust administration, lawyers may charge by the hour. Rates vary based on the lawyer’s experience and location.
- Retainer: Some lawyers require a retainer for more complex cases, such as ongoing trust management or estate administration. The retainer is an upfront payment that covers future legal services.
It’s important to discuss fees with your lawyer upfront to avoid unexpected costs.
How Much Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Cost?
The cost of hiring an estate planning lawyer depends on the complexity of your estate and the services you require. Here are some general guidelines:
- Simple wills or powers of attorney: A straightforward will or power of attorney may cost between $300 and $1,500, depending on your location and the lawyer’s experience.
- Trust creation: Establishing a trust, such as a living trust or revocable trust, can cost between $1,000 and $3,000 or more, depending on the complexity of your assets and estate planning needs.
- Comprehensive estate planning packages: Some lawyers offer packages that include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, which may range from $2,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on the estate’s complexity.
- Hourly rates: For ongoing services like estate administration or tax planning, lawyers may charge hourly rates ranging from $150 to $500 or more, depending on the lawyer’s experience.
Always get a clear estimate of costs during your initial consultation to ensure the services fit within your budget.
Top Questions to Ask an Estate Planning Lawyer
Before hiring an estate planning lawyer, it’s important to ask questions to ensure they are the right fit for your needs. Here are key questions to ask during your consultation:
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What is your experience with estate planning?
Ensure the lawyer has substantial experience drafting wills, creating trusts, and handling other estate planning services. -
How will you charge for your services?
Clarify whether the lawyer charges a flat fee or by the hour and ask for a detailed estimate of costs. -
What strategies do you recommend for my estate?
A good lawyer should be able to explain the best strategies for minimizing taxes, avoiding probate, and ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. -
How often should I update my estate plan?
Ask how frequently you should revisit your estate plan, especially if your financial situation or family dynamics change. -
Do you offer ongoing support or updates?
Some lawyers provide periodic reviews or updates to ensure your estate plan stays current with changes in your circumstances or the law. -
How will you help my beneficiaries if something happens to me?
Ensure the lawyer is willing to guide your heirs through the estate administration process or help manage your trust after you’re gone.
How to Check the Credibility of an Estate Planning Lawyer
To ensure you’re hiring a credible estate planning lawyer, follow these steps:
- Verify their state bar license: Check with your state bar association to confirm that the lawyer is licensed and in good standing, with no history of disciplinary actions.
- Look for estate planning certifications: Some lawyers are certified as estate planning specialists, which indicates they have extensive knowledge in this area of law.
- Read client reviews and testimonials: Online reviews on sites like Avvo, Google, or Martindale-Hubbell can provide insight into the lawyer’s professionalism and client satisfaction.
- Ask for references: A credible lawyer should be able to provide references from previous clients who can speak to their expertise and client service.
- Check for membership in professional organizations: Lawyers who are members of organizations like the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) or the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC) often have a strong reputation in the field.
What Should I Prepare for My First Consultation?
To get the most out of your first meeting with an estate planning lawyer, it’s important to come prepared. Here’s what you should bring:
- List of assets and liabilities: Provide a detailed inventory of your assets, including real estate, bank accounts, retirement funds, investments, and personal property, as well as any debts you may have.
- List of beneficiaries: Be ready to discuss who you want to receive your assets and in what proportions. This includes naming guardians for minor children if applicable.
- Existing estate documents: Bring copies of any existing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, or other relevant estate planning documents.
- Questions about your estate goals: Write down your goals, such as avoiding probate, reducing taxes, or setting up charitable donations, so your lawyer can tailor a plan to meet your needs.
- Information on medical and financial decision-makers: Be prepared to discuss who you want to appoint for healthcare and financial decisions if you become incapacitated.
By being well-prepared, you can ensure a productive consultation and begin building a comprehensive estate plan that meets your needs and protects your loved ones.
