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Compare Estate Planning Attorneys in Surfside Beach, SC
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7 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Surfside Beach, SC
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Showing 7 estate planning attorneys in Surfside Beach, SC
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Indigo Family Law
2055 Glenns Bay Rd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 438-5452 indigofamilylaw.com
Floyd Law Firm PC
15 US-17 BUS, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 238-5141 floydlaw.com
DuRant Law Office
1801 Glenns Bay Rd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 650-7800 lawofficesofdurant.com
Neill Law Firm
1727 Glenns Bay Rd, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 650-8580 neilllawfirm.com
Whatley Family Law Firm / Sarah E. Whatley Family Court Attorney
1991 Glenns Bay Rd suite 104, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 215-2500 whatleyfamilylawfirm.com
Janes and Pitcher PA
1500 US-17 BUS STE 301, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 238-8836 janesandpitcher.net
Law Office of Deirdre W. Edmonds, PA
The Courtyard, 1500 US-17 BUS #214, Surfside Beach, SC 29575
(843) 232-0654 dedmondslaw.com
Estate planning attorneys in Surfside Beach South Carolina help residents create wills trusts and powers of attorney. South Carolina law allows for electronic wills under certain conditions and has specific probate rules for Beaufort County. These lawyers guide clients through asset protection and Medicaid planning for long term care needs.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Surfside Beach Cost?
Typical costs for an estate planning attorney in South Carolina range from $300 to $500 per hour. A basic will and power of attorney package may cost $1,000 to $2,500. Comprehensive plans with trusts cost between $2,500 and $5,000. Costs vary by complexity and attorney experience. 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 Surfside Beach?
A basic estate plan typically includes a last will and testament a durable power of attorney a healthcare power of attorney and a living will. South Carolina recognizes these documents under Title 62 of the state code. An attorney can also add a revocable living trust if needed.
How does South Carolina handle probate for small estates?
South Carolina allows simplified probate for estates valued under $25,000. This process called a small estate affidavit avoids formal court proceedings. The estate must have no real property and the affidavit must be filed with the probate court in Beaufort County.
What is the South Carolina estate tax threshold for 2025?
South Carolina does not impose a state estate tax or inheritance tax as of 2025. Only the federal estate tax exemption applies which is over $13 million per individual. Residents still need estate planning to manage federal tax exposure and state probate costs.
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