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Cookman Law
- Kids
- Team
- Special Needs
“It's a complicated process, there are lots of options, and we found that she not only offered the services but also advice on tough decisions we'd need to make along the way.”
Best Estate Planning Attorneys in Palo Alto, CA
24 firms listed · 12 in Palo Alto · 1 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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C. Bruce Hamilton, Attorney at Law
“Experienced, kind and knowledgeable attorney”
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Gadi Zohar
- Trust
- Documents
- Patient
“He reviewed the information sent to me and did some discovery review of the situation, and promptly got back to me with information to determine that it was in fact a scam, and should be reported to the FBI.”
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Gilfix & La Poll Associates
- Peace
- Trust
- Wishes
“My contact with all personal within the organization from the front desk office assistant through the notary at signing time was professional and courteous.”
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Fidelity Law Offices
“Kendra Bowen has a format that really streamlines the process of gathering all the information we needed to put together our Trust and Will.”
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Law Offices of E.J. Hong
- Trust
“Hong for 6-7 years and have never hesitated referring her to my clients who are in need of estate planning services and want a reputable, knowledgeable, trustworthy Trust Attorney.”
The 24 firms listed for Palo Alto, CA write wills, trusts and powers of attorney for clients. What each says about its planning packages and meeting options comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Palo Alto, CA
Of the 24 firms we list here, 12 are in Palo Alto itself and 12 come from towns including San Jose (4, 18 mi), Los Altos (1, 2 mi) and Sunnyvale (1, 7 mi). 22 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,344 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (88%) and quality (78%). 1 is open around the clock; 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are estate planning (8), trust administration (8), probate (3), special needs planning (3) and advanced estate planning (2). 2 show a license on their websites and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 5 offer a free initial consultation; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Can I book a will appointment online with firms listed for Palo Alto?
Appointment requests go through the website at 5 of the 24 firms. A firm without that option works by phone or email. Online booking usually reserves a slot rather than confirming one, so expect a call back to check what the meeting is about.
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Law Offices of John C. Martin
“He considers every aspect of your situation, offers recommendations and follows through with detail and expertise.”
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Roger P Kokores
“For over 35 years, the law practice of Roger P. Kokores A Professional Corporation has helped individuals accomplish their estate planning, trusts and estate goals in Palo Alto and the surrounding Bay Area. We provide every client the highest quality...”
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Crist Biorn Shepherd Roskoph
“You want the best you have to hire the best.”
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Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch
“I am a big fan of Procopio and their willingness to host panel events and lectures for Start-up Entrepreneurs.”
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Wealthplan
“We have been serving clients in and around Santa Clara County for more than 20 years. Our practice has continuously grown over this time primarily though client referrals. Our clients tell us they appreciate our sensitivity and wisdom in anticipating...”
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Law Offices of Sabrina M. Johnson.
“At the Law Offices of Sabrina M. Johnson we are here to serve you by providing you with options while giving you superb legal advice. We will help you with planning your estate, administering a trust or probate of someone who has passed, or help with...”
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Sowards Law Firm
- Selection
- Trust
- Communication
“They communicated clearly, set up timely zoom meetings, reminder emails, set up secure portals for our documents, helped us understand the process and guided us through all the legal jargon that a trust, will and power of attorney includes.”
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Allied Legal
- Conversation
- Questions
- Informative
“Had consultation with Gopal Krishan he was very up front and honest about divorce process, took time during consult and gave up front answers, not making promises to do magic, he explained this is how the law works in California divorce.”
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Grech Legal
- Confident
- Questions
- Job
“Personally, I feel very grateful for the work and performance of my attorney during the process, so I recommend him to my friends, family, and to you, if for some reason you can no longer handle your debts.”
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The Law Offices of Richard Wingerden
- Strategy
- Trust
- Felt
“He was organized and sent us a clear list of the documents we needed to proactively provide (and why) to speed the process along, able to meet both in-person or virtually depending on our preference, and fully explained the different documents being ...”
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Law Office of Cheri E. Michaelis
- Trust
- Documents
“My wife and I were very happy with the level of service we received, as well as the professionalism, knowledge and friendliness of everyone we met at Cheri's office.”
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Copenbarger & Copenbarger
- Process
- Trust
- Meeting
“It is always a pleasure to meet with Larry, to catch up and his way of explaining the story to his clients gives a better understanding of the legal jargon and language that comes with a trust and special needs trust.”
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Litherland, Kennedy & Associates
- Elderly
- Trust
- Information
“I worked with Dedra to help me navigate the labyrinth of getting my mom into Medi-Cal, and then some more significant hurdles once we had leapt over that one.”
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Bay Area Estate Attorneys
- Intelligent
- Trust
- Team
“As a financial planning professional I need that knowledgeable and trustworthy estate planning attorney that I can confidently send my clients to for their estate planning needs.”
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The Law Offices of Deborah Azar
- Trust
- Documents
“When I arrived, everything was ready for me, the notary lady came in promptly, and I was out of there in literally under 10 minutes, but with an easygoing ambiance, no pushing, no rushing (and no, I was not paying by the hour :)”
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Law Office of Janet L. Brewer
- Knowledge
- Trust
- Questions
“She and her staff were very helpful and have provided clear instructions and descriptions of the alternatives that enabled us to make the appropriate decisions for our family's circumstances.”
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The Singh Law Firm
- Job
- Team
- Meeting
“Sharmila and Gavin were pros at explaining complicated concepts and procedures regarding the law and execution of the will and estate before and during our in person meeting.”
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Law Offices of Laura Croft - Timeless Estate Planning
- Special Needs
- Trust
- Feel
“Shari is friendly, personable and caring; she goes way beyond what you would expect, and her attention to detail and developing your own individual plan is excellent.”
Estate Planning Legal Services in Palo Alto, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$218
Maximum cost
$2831
National Average
$436
Avg Per Hour Rates
$327
$327
$1089
Fair price range is based on 328 cost profiles
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