Probate Attorney Fee
Probate fees can be a flat rate, hourly, or a percentage of estate value. Percentage-based is usually worst for larger estates.
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Price and terms
- Typical: $3,500 per estate
- Typical range: $1,500–$15,000
What this fee covers
Attorney fees for probating a moderate-complexity estate.
Hidden fees to watch
- Court filing fees ($200-1200)
- Executor bond
- Appraisal fees
- Publication fees
Ways to pay less
- A living trust avoids probate entirely
- Negotiate flat fee, not percentage
- Some states cap probate attorney fees by statute
Official source · Last verified 2026-07-04