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Directory of estate planning attorneys in Barnstable, Massachusetts. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
4 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Barnstable, MA
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Showing 4 estate planning attorneys in Barnstable, MA
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Thomas R. Rugo, Attorney At Law
275 Millway, Barnstable, MA 02630
(508) 375-9975 barnstablelaw.com
Cape Cod Title & Escrow, P.C.
3261 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630
(508) 744-7539
Booth Law, P.C.
3180 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630
(508) 841-5707 boothlawpc.com
The Law Office of Erin R. Barnes
3010 Main St, Barnstable, MA 02630
(774) 330-3053 erbarneslaw.com
Estate planning attorneys in Barnstable help residents of Cape Cod create wills trusts and powers of attorney that comply with Massachusetts law. Massachusetts has its own probate code and estate tax rules including a threshold for state estate taxes that may affect your plan. A local attorney can guide you through these specific requirements and help protect your assets for your family.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Barnstable Cost?
The cost of estate planning in Massachusetts varies by attorney and complexity. A simple will and basic documents may range from 500 to 1500 dollars. A comprehensive plan with a trust can cost between 2000 and 5000 dollars or more for complex estates. Some attorneys offer flat fees while others charge hourly rates. 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 typically included in an estate plan in Massachusetts?
A basic Massachusetts estate plan usually includes a last will and testament a durable power of attorney a health care proxy and a living will. Many people also choose to add a revocable living trust to avoid probate in Barnstable Probate and Family Court.
Does Massachusetts have an estate tax and how does it work?
Yes Massachusetts imposes an estate tax on estates valued over one million dollars as of 2025. This is a state-level tax separate from federal estate tax. An attorney can help structure your assets to minimize this tax burden.
What is the Massachusetts probate process like in Barnstable?
Probate in Barnstable County is handled by the Barnstable Probate and Family Court. The process involves filing the will appointing a personal representative and notifying creditors. Massachusetts law requires probate for any estate with assets in the deceased persons name alone unless those assets are held in a trust.
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