LegalZoom
Affordable DIY wills and estate documents with optional attorney review
How it works
LegalZoom offers DIY estate planning documents starting at $99 for a basic will package that includes a financial power of attorney, healthcare directive, and HIPAA authorization. The guided questionnaire takes 15-30 minutes to complete, and documents are state-specific. The premium plan ($249) adds attorney review of your documents and one year of unlimited 30-minute legal consultations. LegalZoom also offers living trusts, estate plan bundles, and 150+ other legal document services.
Is it right for you?
Consider if you
- You have a straightforward estate and want a basic will at low cost
- You want a bundled package with will, POA, and healthcare directive
- You value having optional attorney review without paying full lawyer fees
Skip if you
- People with blended families, special-needs dependents, or complex estates
- Those expecting hands-on personalized legal advice in the basic plan
Your money and data
LegalZoom documents are created using state-specific legal templates reviewed by licensed attorneys and encrypted with 256-bit SSL.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Affordable compared to hiring an estate attorney ($99 vs $300-$1,500)
- State-specific documents valid in all 50 states
- Includes will, financial power of attorney, healthcare directive, and HIPAA release
Cons
- No personalized legal advice in the basic plan — you are filling out a questionnaire
- Not suitable for blended families, special-needs planning, or complex estates
- Revisions cost $29.95 each after the first 30 days
Pricing details
Basic Will $99 · Premium Will $249 · Basic Trust $399 · Premium Trust $549 · Estate Plan Bundle from $249
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