Older people should inquire at senior citizen centers or at the county office on aging to see if any legal services are available for them. After selecting an attorney, make an appointment to plan the will. Some attorneys charge no fee for the initial visit. Expect a fee for the actual estate planning session. This could occur at the first meeting.
Charges begin after an attorney has been engaged.
Before selecting an attorney, have a general idea of how you want to dispose of your property and of the needs of your heirs. A will is effective only at death. You may change the will at any time before death. Review the will periodically to make sure that it fits changing conditions and serves your the best interests. Do this when the family situation or size of the estate changes.