Also check the local yellow pages. However, advertisements are not a guarantee of experience or quality of service. If you qualify for legal aid services, inquire at a legal aid office. 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.