Find a Lawyer
Find qualified estate planning and elder law attorneys in your area with comprehensive directory resources.
About Finding a Lawyer
Estate planning is complex and varies by state. While online tools can help with simple estates, working with a qualified attorney ensures your documents are valid, comprehensive, and tailored to your specific circumstances.
What to Look For:
- • Specialization - Focus on estate planning, not general practice
- • Credentials - State bar membership, certifications (CELA, ACTEC)
- • Experience - Years practicing estate law in your state
- • Reviews - Client testimonials and professional ratings
- • Fee Structure - Flat fee vs. hourly, transparency about costs
- • Communication - Responsive, explains things clearly
- • Local Knowledge - Familiar with your state's laws
Initial consultation is often free or low-cost. Prepare questions about your assets, family situation, and concerns. Ask about their approach to estate planning, what documents you need, and total costs. Don't choose based solely on price—experience and expertise matter more.
💡 Interview at least 2–3 attorneys before deciding. Trust your instincts—you need someone you feel comfortable with discussing sensitive matters.
U.S. Attorney Directories
NAEPC
National Association of Estate Planners & Councils attorney finder.
ACTEC
American College of Trust and Estate Counsel fellow directory.
NAELA
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys member directory.
FindLaw Directory
Comprehensive legal directory for estate planning attorneys.
Avvo Lawyer Directory
Attorney directory with client reviews and ratings.
Martindale-Hubbell
Premier lawyer directory with peer and client reviews.
Lawyers.com
Comprehensive attorney search and legal information resource.
Justia Lawyer Directory
Free legal directory and information for estate planning.
International & Elder Law
Law Society UK
Find solicitors in England and Wales specializing in estate law.
Law Society Ontario
Find licensed lawyers and paralegals in Ontario, Canada.
Law Society Australia
Australian legal services directory and solicitor finder.
International Bar
International Bar Association lawyer directory worldwide.
NAELA Elder Law
Elder law attorney directory for aging and disability issues.
ElderLawAnswers
Elder law attorney directory and legal information resource.
NELF
National Elder Law Foundation certified attorney directory.
AgingCare Attorneys
Elder law attorney directory and caregiving resources.
Specialized Services
WealthCounsel
Network of estate planning attorneys with advanced training.
Special Needs Alliance
Attorney network specializing in special needs planning.
Super Lawyers
Directory of top-rated estate planning and probate attorneys.
ABA Lawyer Locator
American Bar Association estate planning lawyer directory.
Nolo Attorney Questions
Questions to ask when interviewing an estate planning attorney.
FindLaw Interview Guide
Guide to interviewing and selecting an estate planning attorney.
Investopedia Questions
Top questions to ask your estate planning lawyer.
Online Legal Services
LegalZoom
Online legal document preparation and attorney services.
Rocket Lawyer
DIY legal documents with optional attorney consultation.
Nolo Willmaker
Software and online tools for creating wills and estate plans.
FreeWill
Free online will creation tool with optional attorney review.
Trust & Will
Online estate planning platform for wills and trusts.
Willmaker
Estate planning software for creating legal documents.
LegalShield
Legal services membership with estate planning assistance.
USLegalForms
Estate planning forms and templates.