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Compare Estate Planning Attorneys in Williston, VT
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8 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Williston, VT
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Showing 8 estate planning attorneys in Williston, VT
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Peet Law Group
100 Interstate Corporate Ctr Suite 101, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 860-4767 peetlaw.com
Law Offices of Joy Karnes Limoge, Esq
300 Cornerstone Dr Suite 305, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 878-0011 jmklawvt.com
Fred Peet Law Office
100 Interstate Corporate Ctr Suite 101, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 860-4767 peetlaw.com
Kolvoord Overton & Wilson
600 Blair Park Rd # 205, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 878-3346 essexvtlaw.com
Drislane Law Office, PLC
25 Bishop Ave suite 101, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 860-7266 drislanelaw.com
MacAskill Law, PLLC
277 Blair Park Rd STE 210, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 857-5641
Law Offices of Neil Nussbaum
8031 Williston Rd, Williston, VT 05495
(888) 350-5349
Ruwet Jason F
600 Blair Park Rd # 205, Williston, VT 05495
(802) 878-3346
Estate planning attorneys in Williston Vermont help residents create wills trusts and powers of attorney that comply with Vermont state law. Vermont has its own probate code and estate tax exemption which is different from federal rules. A local attorney can guide you through Vermont specific requirements such as the need for a self proving affidavit on a will.
What Does a Estate Planning Attorney in Williston Cost?
The cost for an estate planning attorney in Vermont varies by complexity. A simple will and basic documents may cost between 800 and 1500 dollars. A comprehensive plan with a trust can range from 2000 to 5000 dollars or more. Hourly rates for Vermont estate planning attorneys typically fall between 250 and 450 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 Vermont?
A basic estate plan in Vermont typically includes a last will and testament a durable power of attorney and an advance directive for health care. Many people also add a revocable living trust to avoid probate in Vermont courts.
Does Vermont have an estate tax and what is the exemption amount?
Yes Vermont imposes its own estate tax on estates over a certain value. As of 2025 the Vermont estate tax exemption is approximately 5 million dollars. Estates below this threshold do not owe Vermont estate tax.
How long does Vermont probate take for a simple estate?
Vermont probate for a simple uncontested estate usually takes 6 to 12 months. The process includes filing the will with the probate court in the county where the deceased lived and waiting for creditor claims which have a 4 month deadline.
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