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Find Estate Planning Attorneys Near You in Fargo, ND
Browse estate planning attorneys serving Fargo, North Dakota. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Fargo, ND
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Showing 20 estate planning attorneys in Fargo, ND
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SW&L Attorneys
4627 44th Ave S ste 108, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 297-2890 swlattorneys.com
O'Keeffe O'Brien Lyson Attorneys
720 Main Ave, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 235-8000 okeeffeattorneys.com
Fremstad Law
3003 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 407-8326 fremstadlaw.com
Vogel Law Firm
218 Northern Pacific Ave, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 237-6983 vogellaw.com
Gjesdahl Law, P.C.
1375 21st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 237-3009 gjesdahllaw.com
Dwyer Law Office, PLLC
5306 51st Ave S Suite B, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 235-2040 dwyerlawofficend.com
Nilson Brand Law
5141 44th St S, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 786-6040 nilsonbrandlaw.com
Cheryl Bergian Law Office
1712 Main Ave #202, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 297-2501 cherylbergianlaw.com
ABST Law
4132 30th Ave S #100, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 235-3300 abstlaw.net
Sandin Law
474 45th St S #201, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 404-2900 sandinlaw.com
J D Legal Planning
902 28th St S #2, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 364-9595 jdlegalplanning.com
Rosenquist Law Office | Fargo, ND
3523 45th St S suit 100, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 203-0112 rosenquistlawoffice.com
Conmy Feste Ltd.
3369 45th St S South, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 353-0454 conmylaw.com
Hill Law Office, PLLC
303 Roberts St N, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 864-3014 hilllawoffice.com
Brazil Law Office PLLC
4201 38th St S suite 105, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 373-7860 tbrazillaw.com
Serkland Law Firm
10 Roberts St N, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 232-8957 serklandlaw.com
Nilles Law Firm
201 5th St N #1800, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 237-5544 nilleslaw.com
Montgomery & Pender, PC
5630 34th Ave S Suite 120, Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 281-8001 mplawnd.com
Scheidecker Law, PLLC
1630 1st Ave N Suite B Unit 122, Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 261-7245 scheideckerlaw.com
Liljenquist Law PLLC
1535 42nd St S # 400, Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 353-8202 liljenquist.law
Estate planning attorneys in Fargo, North Dakota help residents create wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to manage their assets and healthcare decisions. North Dakota law allows for self-proved wills under NDCC 30.1-08-04 and recognizes both revocable and irrevocable trusts. Local attorneys understand the specific probate procedures in Cass County District Court.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Fargo Cost?
The cost of hiring an estate planning attorney in Fargo typically ranges from $500 to $1,500 for a basic will-based plan. A trust-based plan may cost between $1,500 and $3,500. Hourly rates for estate planning attorneys in North Dakota usually fall between $200 and $400 per hour. Costs vary based on the complexity of your assets and family situation. This is general information, 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 North Dakota?
A basic estate plan typically includes a last will and testament, a durable power of attorney for finances, and a healthcare directive. North Dakota also allows a living will under NDCC 23-06.5. Many plans also include a revocable living trust to avoid probate.
How does North Dakota handle probate for small estates?
North Dakota offers a simplified probate process for small estates under NDCC 30.1-23-01. If the estate value is under $100,000 and there is no real property, heirs may use a small estate affidavit to transfer assets without formal probate. This can save time and court costs.
Do I need a trust to avoid probate in North Dakota?
Not necessarily. North Dakota does not require a trust to avoid probate. Joint ownership with right of survivorship, payable-on-death accounts, and beneficiary designations can also bypass probate. However, a trust offers more control over asset distribution and may be useful for blended families or larger estates.
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