Last updated June 27, 2026 · Reviewed by Neil Alan Milestone, The Florida Bar No. 309966
Florida estate-planning cost depends entirely on what you need. As a rough map: a simple will is a few hundred dollars, a living-trust package commonly runs $1,500–$3,000 with an attorney, and a comprehensive plan can reach $2,000–$5,000+. Guided software produces the core Florida documents for a flat fee well below those ranges. And because Florida has no estate tax, planning here is about control and probate avoidance, not tax. This is general information, not legal advice, and prices vary.
The cost map
| What | Typical attorney range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| A Florida will | ~$300–$800 | Will cost → |
| Revocable living trust | ~$1,500–$3,000+ | Trust cost → |
| Comprehensive plan | ~$2,000–$5,000+ | Will/trust + POA + healthcare directives |
| Probate (later) | Tied to estate size | Probate cost → |
Plan now, or pay in probate later
Florida probate costs scale with the estate (the §733.6171 attorney fee schedule plus the PR commission). A relatively small planning cost today — a funded trust, beneficiary designations, or a lady bird deed — can save far more in probate cost later.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does estate planning cost in Florida?
- It depends on what you need. A simple will is often a few hundred dollars; a revocable living trust package commonly runs about $1,500–$3,000 with an attorney (more for couples or complex estates); a comprehensive plan can reach $2,000–$5,000 or more. Guided online software produces the core Florida documents for a flat fee well below those ranges, with an optional attorney review.
- Is it cheaper to plan now or let the estate go through probate later?
- Planning is almost always cheaper. Florida probate fees are tied to the size of the estate (the §733.6171 attorney fee schedule plus the personal-representative commission), so avoiding probate with a funded trust or beneficiary designations often saves far more than the plan costs.
- What's included in a Florida estate plan?
- Typically a will and/or a revocable living trust, a durable power of attorney, a health care surrogate designation, and a living will. The right combination depends on your assets, family, and goals.
- Does Florida charge an estate tax that adds to the cost?
- No. Florida has no estate tax and no inheritance tax, so taxes are rarely part of the cost equation for Florida families. Estate planning here is about control and probate avoidance, not tax.
General information about Florida law, not legal advice.