Best Probate Attorneys in Schenectady, NY

24 firms listed · 4 in Schenectady · 2 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Dalmata, Maloy & Burke

Dalmata, Maloy & Burke

(35)
  • Settlement
  • Email
  • Law Firm
“He's always been patient with me, listened to my questions and concerns, taking the time to explain step by step what was going on throughout my case.”
In Business Since 2023
Accepts Debit, Check, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
Emergency Services
670 Franklin St #100, Schenectady, NY
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Della Ratta Law Office

Della Ratta Law Office

(6)
  • Law Firm
“Although words could not express how truly grateful I am, I truly appreciate your honesty, persistence, hours and dedication you put into all of my cases.”
In Business Since 1963
Family Business
BBB Rating: A+
147 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY
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Witecki Law Office

Witecki Law Office

(4)
  • Communication
  • Cousin
“Having access to a local firm, with the experience handling complicated cases, a friendly and patient person working us through the steps helped us reaffirm what we were doing was what my parents wanted and needed.”
In Business Since 1996
Free Initial Consultation
Remote Consultations Available
8 S Church St, Schenectady, NY
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Law Office of Kathleen M Toombs

Law Office of Kathleen M Toombs

(7)
“I was completely blown away by their excellent hard work done in a timely manner and attention to detail regarding setting up a family trust and managing my investments that would benefit me the most.”
In Business Since 2011
157 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY
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Lecce Arcodia

Lecce Arcodia

(19)
  • Closing
  • Realtor
  • Hearing
“The most recent deal had Tony chasing down other parties and working way harder than the deal ever should have required, Tony went well above and beyond to get the deal done.”
20+ Years Experience
Latham, NY · 7 mi from Schenectady
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The Wagoner Firm

The Wagoner Firm

(50)
  • Questions
  • Understanding
  • Outcome
“Matt Wagoner and the team at The Wagoner Firm guided me through a complex landlord/tenant business negotiation with the utmost professionalism and was very responsive to the needs of my company.”
In Business Since 2017
BBB Rating: A+
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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The 24 firms listed for Schenectady, NY handle probate and estate administration for families. What each states about the services it offers executors comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Schenectady, NY

Of the 24 firms we list here, 4 are in Schenectady itself and 20 come from towns including Albany (15, 11 mi), Latham (3, 7 mi) and Clifton Park (1, 9 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,358 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), responsiveness (82%) and quality (68%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "trust" and "knowledge". 2 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 98 years. 2 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers payment plans; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 22 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. 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.

Which probate firms listed for Schenectady publish details online?

All 24 firms on this page have a website on file, and most of those describe the estate work they take on. It is the quickest way to tell a general practice from one that administers estates every week. What you read there is the firm's own description.

O'Connell and Aronowitz

O'Connell and Aronowitz

(23)
  • Conversation
  • Compassionate
  • Team
“I have used Mike Mc Dermot for both criminal and Business he he's a straight shooter Calls you back on weekends and nights and holidays one of the best lawyers I have ever met and trust me there has not been a situation that Mike has not taken care o...”
In Business Since 1928
Emergency Services
BBB Rating: A+
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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The Smelyansky Law Firm

The Smelyansky Law Firm

(49)
  • Property
  • Responsive
  • Rights
“Representing both, Max was able to predict what my landlord's counsel would accept and fought vigorously in negotiations to achieve my stated goals for me.”
In Business Since 2013
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Tully Rinckey

Tully Rinckey

(44)
  • Legal Services
  • Feel
  • Employment
“And most importantly my attorney was focused on the best possible outcome for my situation, and what complications if any, that may arise as we progress through the process.”
In Business Since 2003
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Ettinger Law Firm

Ettinger Law Firm

(22)
  • Office
  • Trust
  • Elder Law
“Bonnie Kraham has an incredible depth of knowledge of Elderly Law and guides you through the jungle of rules and the law with confidence and clarity, making to process easy to navigate and get the correct solution for our family.”
In Business Since 1994
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Herzog Law Firm

Herzog Law Firm

(46)
  • Home
  • Team
  • Patient
“They were patient with us as we took our time making sure we had the plan just the way we wanted it and their recommendations and suggestions were very helpful.”
In Business Since 2014
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Di Ma's Law Firm

Di Ma's Law Firm

(43)
  • Problem-Solving
  • Research
  • Understand
“Di is VERY professional, knowledgeable, efficient, honest, easy to communicate with, and most of all, she is a lawyer with human's heart and emotions, instead of a money-making machine, like some lawyers I have experienced for the last few years.”
In Business Since 2020
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Meier Law Firm

Meier Law Firm

(48)
  • Power of Attorney
  • Esq
  • Sale
“This is the very first time I've faced a situation like this and Olivia has been very nice and generous in her advice, all over the phone without charge.”
In Business Since 2012
Latham, NY · 7 mi from Schenectady
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Copps Dipaola Silverman

Copps Dipaola Silverman

(38)
  • Court Room
  • Gratitude
  • Estate Planning
“She takes the time to learn your case completely, takes the time to answer any questions and concerns you may have, and is extremely responsive and diligent with her work.”
In Business Since 1998
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Pierro, Connor & Strauss

Pierro, Connor & Strauss

(47)
  • Elder Law
  • Wishes
  • Confidence
“Frank Hemming has been the primary attorney for the trust process and we couldn't be happier with his attention to detail, the way he has taken the time to explain how it all works and calm our fears.”
In Business Since 1999
Latham, NY · 7 mi from Schenectady
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Bailey, Johnson & Peck

Bailey, Johnson & Peck

(26)
  • Matter
  • Medical
  • Felt
“I reached out to a couple different law firms but decided to go with John and I am so happy that I did he made everything super easy and seamless I expected things to take much longer than they did.”
In Business Since 2009
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Razzano Law

Razzano Law

(21)
  • Compassionate
  • Felt
  • Estate Planning
“After setting up a meeting with Brittany, and her assistant Samantha, my husband, Brittany is caring, outgoing, and very knowledgeable in estate planning, especially since this was a difficult time for us, due to my fighting cancer.”
In Business Since 2019
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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The Granich Law Firm

The Granich Law Firm

(26)
  • Estate
  • House
  • Communication
“Recently Darcy has been my point of contact in an estate matter, she was very quick to respond to any questions we may have had and is extremely knowledgeable.”
In Business Since 2010
Locally Owned & Operated
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Deangelus Goralczyk

Deangelus Goralczyk

(14)
  • House
  • Sale
“Whether you need help with a happy event like a real estate transaction or an less-than-happy event like a data breach or cybersecurity crisis, the experienced and dedicated attorneys at De Angelus Goralczyk can be trusted to deliver great service.”
In Business Since 2019
Clifton Park, NY · 9 mi from Schenectady
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Cutler and Cutler Law

Cutler and Cutler Law

(13)
“We reached out to Debbie Cutler and she stepped in and reassured us, that everything our parents set forth in their pre-end of life planning, would happen just as they wished it to.”
In Business Since 2019
Malta, NY · 14 mi from Schenectady
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Keith A. Daniels

Keith A. Daniels

(2)
“Very personable, Pay attention to all little detail, great firm for closing real estate.”
In Business Since 2008
Free Initial Consultation
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Young Kelsey Brown & Strippoli

Young Kelsey Brown & Strippoli

(9)
  • Money
“She is very attentive to return phone calls and emails, worked very hard to achieve what was in my best interest (though sometimes I wasn't very helpful in that regard) and in general helped keep me calm and encouraged as we navigated these most dist...”
In Business Since 1994
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Nolan Heller Kauffman

Nolan Heller Kauffman

In Business Since 1967
Offers Financing Options
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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William C. Deveneau

William C. Deveneau

In Business Since 2015
Free Initial Consultation
Albany, NY · 11 mi from Schenectady
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Wills & Probate Legal Services in Schenectady, NY Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$2721
Maximum cost
$10884
National Average
$4354
Avg Per Hour Rates
$436
$3266
$5442
Fair price range is based on 440 cost profiles
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Average Cost $4354
Minimum cost $2721
Maximum cost $10884
Avg Per Hour Rates $436

Fair range $3266 to $5442 is based on 440 cost profiles.

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