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Directory of estate planning attorneys in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Dartmouth, MA
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Showing 4 estate planning attorneys in Dartmouth, MA
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Phillips Garcia Law
13 Ventura Dr, Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 998-0800 phillipsgarcialaw.com
Lantz Law, Inc.
352 Faunce Corner Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 998-8800 lantzlawinc.com
Percy Law Group, PC
980 Reed Rd Suite B and C, Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 206-9900 percylawgroup.com
Welby Law Offices
13 Ventura Dr, Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 998-6152
Estate planning attorneys in Dartmouth Massachusetts help residents create wills trusts and powers of attorney that comply with state law. Massachusetts has its own probate code and estate tax exemption which is currently set at one million dollars. Local attorneys understand the specific requirements for documents to be valid in Bristol County probate court.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Dartmouth Cost?
Estate planning attorney costs in Massachusetts vary widely. A simple will package may cost between three hundred and eight hundred dollars. A comprehensive plan with trusts can range from one thousand five hundred to three thousand dollars or more. Hourly rates for estate planning attorneys in the area typically range from two hundred fifty to four hundred fifty dollars per hour. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are included in a basic estate plan in Dartmouth Massachusetts?
A basic estate plan typically includes a last will and testament a durable power of attorney a health care proxy and a living will. Massachusetts law requires the will to be signed by two witnesses who are not beneficiaries.
Does Massachusetts have an estate tax and how does it affect Dartmouth residents?
Yes Massachusetts imposes an estate tax on estates valued over one million dollars. This threshold is lower than the federal exemption so many Dartmouth residents may need to plan for state estate tax liability.
How long does probate take in Bristol County Massachusetts?
Probate in Bristol County typically takes six months to one year for simple estates. Complex estates with disputes or tax issues can take longer. Massachusetts law requires a formal inventory of assets to be filed within ninety days of appointment.
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