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What does estate planning actually cost in Arizona?

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A flat fee means we quote a fixed price before work begins rather than billing you by the hour or based on the value of your estate.

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What You Are Really
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Estate planning costs can vary widely depending on who prepares your
plan and what’s included. Compare some of the key differences between
online options, document preparers, and working with an estate planning
attorney like Phelps LaClair.

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Phelps LaClair

Other firms

We don’t dabble in estate planning while practicing other areas of law. It’s all we do

A well-established Arizona firm of more than 40 years – all devoted to estate planning. Thousands of Living Trust plans designed.

This is when a plan is truly tested. We’ve implemented hundreds of trusts and estates after clients have passed – and we let that real-life experience shape the plans we draft today.

We despise billing by the hour even more than you despise paying it. Flat-fee, disclosed up front. No surprise invoices.

Without proper funding, your trust will not avoid probate. We don’t send you home with a pile of documents – we help you turn over every stone to make sure your assets are actually in the trust.

Ask any firm you’re considering. Then come talk to us.

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What you’re comparing

DIY / Online

Document Preparer

Phelps LaClair

Typical cost in Arizona

$150–$600+

templates only

$450–$1,500+

wills / trusts

Flat fee, quoted upfront

Free consultation first

Legal advice

Can they explain your options and recommend the right plan?

Arizona-specific planning

Planning based on Arizona laws and probate considerations

Customized for your individual circumstances

Planning tailored to your individual circumstances, assets, and goals

Trust funding guidance

Assistance with property transfers and integrating assets with your estate plan

Long-term planning relationship

Ongoing guidance as your family, assets, and the laws change

Risk level

Highest risk

Errors are common

High risk

No legal strategy

Lowest risk

Attorney oversight

A lower upfront price may not include the legal advice, customization, or ongoing guidance you need.

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What we charge

Estate Planning Costs in Arizona

Estate planning costs vary based on the type of plan and the complexity
of your needs. We provide a flat-fee quote after your free consultation, so
you’ll know your cost before you decide on how you wish to proceed.

Foundational Planning

Wills-Based Estate Plan

Typical Arizona attorney range: $1,000–$2,000+

May include

Last Will & Testament

Durable Power of Attorney

Health Care Directives

Guardian nominations

Best for: Individuals and couples with straightforward planning needs

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Trust-Based Estate Plan

Typical Arizona attorney range: $2,500–$5,500+

May include

Revocable Living Trust

Pour-Over Will

Powers of Attorney & Health Care
Directives

Trust funding guidance

Property transfers

Probate avoidance strategy

Best for: Homeowners, parents, blended families, and most Arizona
families

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Advanced Planning

Complex Estate & Business Plan

Typically $5,500+ depending on scope

May include

Estate tax planning

Business succession planning

Wealth preservation strategies

Charitable planning

Special needs trusts

Best for: Business owners, larger estates, and families with more complex planning needs

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Price ranges above reflect typical Arizona attorney fees for reference. Your flat-fee quote is provided at your free consultation, based on your specific situation.

What we charge

A Clear Price
Before You Begin

At Phelps LaClair, your fee is quoted upfront and agreed upon before any work begins, so you know what you’ll pay without watching the clock.

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Free consultation first

Start with a free 90-minute consultation so we can understand your situation and educate you on your options before you make a commitment.

Flat fee quoted upfront

We’ll quote you a flat fee before you decide on how you wish to proceed, so you know what to expect upfront.

Lifetime relationship

Our team is here when laws change, families grow, assets change, or life takes an unexpected turn.

Looking beyond the upfront cost

Why the Lowest Upfront Price May Not Tell the Whole Story

Online forms and document preparers may cost less upfront, but price is only one consideration. Legal advice, customization, trust funding, and Arizona-specific guidance can all affect how well an estate plan works when your loved ones eventually need it.

No legal advice

Online services and document preparers can help assemble forms, but they cannot provide legal advice that a licensed Arizona estate planning attorney can about your specific situation, assets, and planning options.

Trust funding gaps

Creating a trust is only the first step. Assets generally need to be properly coordinated with the trust for the plan to work as intended and keep assets out of probate.

Real estate oversights

How Arizona real estate is titled can affect how it passes after death. An Arizona estate planning attorney can help coordinate property ownership and transfers with the rest of your estate plan.

Common questions

Common Questions About Estate Planning Costs

he cost of a revocable living trust in Arizona varies based on the complexity of your estate, family structure, assets, and individual goals. Attorney-prepared trust-based estate plans commonly fall within a broad range of about $2,500–$5,500+, although fees vary by firm and situation. At Phelps LaClair, we provide a flat-fee quote after your free consultation, so you know your cost before work begins.

Yes. Your initial 90-minute consultation is free and comes with no obligation to move forward. We’ll use that time to learn about your situation, estate, and individual goals, educate you on your options, and provide a flat-fee quote if you’d like to proceed.

A flat fee means we quote a fixed price before work begins rather than billing you by the hour or based on the value of your estate.

Online estate planning services and document preparers generally cost less because they provide templates rather than individualized legal advice. A licensed estate planning attorney can evaluate your specific circumstances, educate you on your options, customize your estate plan, and help coordinate important details of implementing your estate plan such as trust funding and asset titling.

We maintain an ongoing relationship with our clients and are here to help as your life and the law evolves. Our Lifetime Service Package includes a review of your estate plan every three years to continue educating you on your estate plan as your loved ones, assets, and Arizona laws change — at no additional charge. While many firms bill annually for this service, ours is included in the flat fee paid when you establish your estate plan.

If you decide to make structural changes to your estate plan, we will quote you a fixed fee for the work required to implement your desired changes before work begins — they’re never a surprise.

No. A revocable living trust isn’t only for large estates. Arizona homeowners and families may use trusts for reasons such as avoiding probate for certain assets, maintaining privacy, planning for incapacity, and creating a smoother process for transferring assets to loved ones. Whether a trust makes sense depends on your specific circumstances and individual goals.

This page provides general information about estate planning and is not legal advice. For guidance specific to your situation, please consult an attorney.

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