2007-03-19 06:18:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
what should a laywer charge me?
2007-03-19 06:19:52 · update #1
If you don't want to do it yourself as has been suggested in the other posts, I think you will find that for a lawyer specializing in trusts and wills the cost will be:
- a couple hundred bucks for a simple will
- $1,000 to $2,000 for a trust
Of course, the more complex, the more the cost.
2007-03-19 07:46:48 · answer #1 · answered by Tomel 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You could check out a book of legal forms from your local library for free and then find a notary public... if you want to avoid probate (which is long and expensive!), you should consult a lawyer about setting up a revocable living trust. I'd suggest going the way of the trust if you have any dependents. A lawyer should charge by your assets (number of bank accounts, stocks, etc.) to convert them to the trust instead of just your name (to fund the trust). AVOID LAWYERS WHO CHARGES BY THE HOUR and make sure that your lawyer specializes in trusts. A lawyer should also set up a backup will and a durable power of attorney for heathcare in case you end up in the hospital on life support. (This was a big deal after Terry Schiavo.) Best of luck!
2007-03-19 14:44:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you want to do it yourself, it shouldn't cost much (<$50).
If you hire an attorney, then it'll cost a few hundred bucks to get your basic estate documents.
If you add a tax trust then you'll spend another $1,000 or so.
These prices assume that you're situation is fairly straightforward. The more complicated the situation, the more you can expect to spend.
2007-03-19 20:31:16 · answer #3 · answered by derek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can purchase the forms at an office supply store such as Staples yourself and fill them out...just get them notarized and the cost will be minimal for you! Put them in a safe place that your loved ones know about so that your wishes can be carried out. Good luck!
2007-03-19 13:29:09 · answer #4 · answered by Ridiculous 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
$27 to get the forms at Office Depot. Any other fees will be relatively minimal.
2007-03-19 13:24:11 · answer #5 · answered by pokecheckme 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out www.legalzoom.com
They're reasonably priced, and if you need just a simple will and trust, they're very good.
2007-03-19 13:21:56 · answer #6 · answered by Nice Real Nice 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not much except fee of notary public.
2007-03-19 13:22:50 · answer #7 · answered by babytalk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋