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Find Estate Planning Attorneys Near You in Ithaca, NY
Browse estate planning attorneys serving Ithaca, New York. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Ithaca, NY
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Showing 20 estate planning attorneys in Ithaca, NY
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Miller Mayer, LLP | Attorneys at Law
215 E State St # 200, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-4200 millermayer.com
The Law Office of Serenna L. McCloud, Esq., PLLC
310 N Aurora St Second Floor, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 645-4630 slmesq.com
Silverberg Law Office
505 Snyder Hill Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 220-9558 silverberglawoffice.com
Thaler & Thaler, P.C.
309 N Tioga St # 1, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-2314 thalerandthaler.com
Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP
798 Cascadilla St suite a, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 379-6709 cglawoffices.com
Kevin Kelly, Esq. - Attorney at Law
225 S Fulton St Unit #E, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 379-6311 flxlaw.com
Sulimowicz Sharon
118 N Tioga St #202, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 256-0727 smsattorneyatlaw.com
Mazza & Mazza
307 N Tioga St # 1, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-6000 rymaps.xyz
Tavelli Paul
405 N Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-3900
Marcus Orkin Tesi, LLP
200 E Buffalo St # 402, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-6841 bhlawpllc.com
Guttman & Reiter
411 N Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-2102 guttmanandreiter.com
Crossmore & Tiffany Law Office PLLC
115 W Green St, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-5787 crossmore.com
Klausner Cook, PLLC
179 Graham Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-0800 klausnercook.com
Shaw & Murphy, PLLC
109 E Seneca St, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-2900 shawlawfirm.com
Mariette Geldenhuys | Attorney & Mediator
Clinton House, 103 W Seneca St # 301, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-2272 geldenhuyslaw.com
Levene Gouldin & Thompson, LLP Ithaca, NY
200 E Buffalo St 5th Floor, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-3484 lgtlegal.com
True & Walsh LLP
950 Danby Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-2301 truewalshlaw.com
Bousquet Holstein PLLC
200 E Buffalo St 4th Floor, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 273-6841 bhlawpllc.com
Medeiros Katrina T
309 N Tioga St # 1, Ithaca, NY 14850
(607) 272-2314
Deborah Wolf Miller, Attorney at Law
416 N Tioga St Box 538, Ithaca, NY 14851
(607) 277-0272
Estate planning attorneys in Ithaca, New York help residents create wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. New York law has specific requirements for will execution, including two witnesses and a signature by the testator. Local attorneys understand Tompkins County Surrogate Court procedures and can guide you through probate and estate tax planning.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Ithaca Cost?
The cost for an estate planning attorney in Ithaca, New York typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,500 for a basic will-based plan. A comprehensive plan with trusts may cost $3,000 to $6,000 or more. Hourly rates for attorneys in the area are usually $250 to $450 per hour. These costs vary based on the complexity of your assets and family situation. 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 Ithaca?
A basic estate plan in New York typically includes a Last Will and Testament, a Durable Power of Attorney, a Health Care Proxy, and a Living Will. These documents ensure your wishes are followed and avoid intestacy under New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law.
Does New York have an estate tax and how does it affect Ithaca residents?
Yes, New York imposes an estate tax on estates valued over the exemption amount, which is adjusted annually. For 2024 the exemption is $6.94 million. Ithaca residents with assets near this threshold should consider trust planning to reduce tax liability.
How long does probate take in Tompkins County Surrogate Court?
Probate in Tompkins County generally takes 6 to 12 months for simple estates. Complex estates with disputes or tax issues can take longer. New York law requires a waiting period of at least 7 months for creditors to file claims.
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