Texas & North Carolina
You’ll know exactly what your estate plan costs before we begin. No hourly rates. No surprise bills. Just clear, honest pricing and personal attention from an experienced estate planning attorney.
I offer flat fee estate planning to families throughout Texas and North Carolina because cost uncertainty shouldn’t get in the way of protecting the people you love. My practice is entirely web-based, which means you can work with me from anywhere in either state, on your schedule, without driving across town or rearranging your workday.
With flat fee pricing, the total cost of your estate plan is quoted before any work begins. There’s no meter running in the background, and you won’t be billed separately for every phone call or email. If you have a question during the process, you ask it. That kind of open communication leads to better planning, and it’s exactly how I prefer to work.
Typical fee ranges for non-taxable estates: Will-based plans generally range from $1,200 to $2,600 for individuals and couples. Revocable living trust-based plans generally range from $2,600 to $4,500. Your quoted fee may be higher if you have significant assets, a blended family, a beneficiary with special needs, or wish to use advanced planning strategies. I’ll always provide a firm, written quote before any work begins, so you’ll know exactly what your estate plan will cost before we move forward.
Every family’s situation is different. I encourage you to schedule a consultation to discuss your specific goals and circumstances. Listed fees are subject to change.
Not sure whether a will or a trust is the right foundation for your estate plan? Read Will or Trust: Which is Right for Me? before exploring the plans below.
Estate Planning Packages
Each plan is available as a will-based or trust-based approach, with pricing for both shown side by side so you can compare at a glance. Every plan also includes a full set of impaired judgment documents — a Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, HIPAA Authorization, and Living Will — along with guidance on coordinating your life insurance and retirement accounts with your estate plan so those assets reach the right people in the right way.
The right starting point for individuals and couples who plan to make an outright distribution to all beneficiaries. This plan directs your assets clearly, names an executor, and appoints trusted people to manage your financial and medical decisions if you become incapacitated. It’s a clean, well-organized foundation for anyone with a straightforward estate.
Individual
Couple
Individual
$2,600
$3,200
Designed for parents with minor children who want more than basic asset distribution. This plan names a guardian, establishes protections for a child’s inheritance, and ensures those funds will be managed responsibly until your children are ready to handle them on their own. It also includes guides for reviewing beneficiary designations on life insurance and retirement accounts.
Individual
Couple
Individual
Couple
For clients with moderate to high net worth who want their estate plan to go further. Rather than passing assets outright, this plan establishes lifetime asset protection trusts for your beneficiaries that will shield their inheritance from creditors, lawsuits, and financial complications. It’s a thoughtful choice for anyone focused on preserving wealth across generations.
Individual
Couple
Individual
Couple
Client Experiences
Clients often tell me they appreciated knowing the cost upfront and being able to ask questions freely throughout the process.
Individual documents
Sometimes a client needs a single document rather than a full estate planning package. Whether you’re updating an existing plan, adding a document you previously didn’t have, or need a standalone deed or power of attorney, the fees below reflect typical ranges for those individual services.
Document
Fee Estimate
Last Will and Testament *
Individual $800 | Couple $950
Appointment of Guardian
$250
Health Care Power of Attorney, HIPAA Authorization, and Living Will
Individual $350 | Couple $500
Enhanced Financial Power of Attorney
Individual $350 | Couple $500
Irrevocable Trust
$3,500+
Deed (includes recording fees)
$450
* Simple wills only, with no tax planning or trust provisions.
I accept Mastercard, Visa, and Discover. Payment is handled securely through my client portal. American Express is not accepted at this time.
Working with Rania is straightforward and secure. Here’s what to expect from our first conversation to your completed estate plan.
We start with an introductory conference by video or phone. I'll learn about your family, your goals, and what you want your estate plan to accomplish.
Based on our conversation, I'll recommend the right plan and provide a firm, written fee quote before any work begins. No surprises.
I prepare your estate planning documents and share them through a secure client portal. You'll have the opportunity to review everything and ask questions.
Once you're satisfied, I'll walk you through the signing requirements for your state with clear, step-by-step instructions so your documents are properly executed.
Common Questions
Practice Areas
The information contained in this website is provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as offering legal advice or creating an attorney-client relationship between the reader and the author. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included in this website without seeking appropriate legal advice about your individual facts and circumstances from an attorney licensed in your state. Rania Combs is licensed to practice law in Texas and North Carolina. Rania Combs is physically located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina and meets with clients in Houston, Texas by appointment only.
