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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Fort Myers, FL: 2026 rankings

75 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Fort Myers: Safe Harbor Law Firm, LFR Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Celej Law PLLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 75.

  3. 9

    Most-reviewed: The Dellutri Law Group, PA, 900 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 75 ranked; ranked #9.

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75 Fort Myers estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 8 are open 24/7, 11 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 75 rated law firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Estate planning and probate lawyers in Cape Coral ranking. See Estate planning and probate lawyers in Cape Coral

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Safe Harbor Law Firm715.0★ (116)Fort MyersOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Celej Law PLLC704.9★ (121)Fort MyersOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Florida Estate Planning Attorney, PLLC685.0★ (134)Fort MyersSat—
4Sheppard Law Firm674.9★ (312)Fort Myers——
5Law Office of Conrad Willkomm, P.A.675.0★ (202)Fort Myers——
6Safe Harbor Law Firm664.9★ (142)Bonita Springs, 20 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Safe Harbor Law Firm664.9★ (271)Naples, 25 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Your Advocates - Powell, Jackman & Ricciardi, P.A.654.6★ (279)Fort Myers——
9The Dellutri Law Group, PA654.9★ (900)Fort MyersOpen 24 hrs (Google)Most reviews
10The Nussbickel Law Firm, P.A.644.9★ (92)Fort Myers——

All 75 estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  1. Ranked #1 in Fort Myers

    #1 Safe Harbor Law Firm

    Based in Fort Myers

    71/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd #103, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Safe Harbor Law Firm(239) 448-3869

  2. #2 Celej Law PLLC

    Based in Fort Myers

    70/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    12730 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Celej Law PLLC(239) 266-2619

  4. #4 Sheppard Law Firm

    Based in Fort Myers

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 312 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 312 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9100 College Pointe Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Sheppard Law Firm(239) 334-1141

  6. #6 Safe Harbor Law Firm

    Based in Bonita Springs, 20 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 142 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 142 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    27821 S Tamiami Trl #2, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
    View profile for Safe Harbor Law Firm(239) 599-5781

  7. #7 Safe Harbor Law Firm

    Based in Naples, 25 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 271 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 271 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    4500 Executive Dr Suite #100, Naples, FL 34119
    View profile for Safe Harbor Law Firm(239) 510-7321

  10. #10 The Nussbickel Law Firm, P.A.

    Based in Fort Myers

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12487 Brantley Commons Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for The Nussbickel Law Firm, P.A.(239) 900-9455

  11. #11 Barbara M. Pizzolato, P.A.

    Based in Fort Myers

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 95 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8660 College Pkwy Ste 400, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Barbara M. Pizzolato, P.A.(239) 225-7911

  12. #12 Dorcey Law

    Based in Fort Myers

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 109 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10181 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy Ste C, Fort Myers, FL 33966
    View profile for Dorcey Law(239) 309-2870

  13. #13 Melanson Law PA

    Based in Fort Myers

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1430 Royal Palm Square Blvd Ste 103, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Melanson Law PA(239) 689-8588

  15. #15 Stellar Law PLLC

    Based in Fort Myers

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12800 University Dr Third Floor, Suite 320, Fort Myers, FL 33907
    View profile for Stellar Law PLLC(239) 251-1051

  16. #16 The Warnock Law Group

    Based in Fort Myers

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Probate attorney”.

    • 4.4★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6843 Porto Fino Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33912
    View profile for The Warnock Law Group(239) 437-1197

  19. #19 Beth A. Prather, P.A.

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1380 Royal Palm Square Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Beth A. Prather, P.A.(239) 208-3050

  20. #20 Britton G.Swank, P.A.

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    • 4.5★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10175 6 Mile Cypress Pkwy Ste 4, Fort Myers, FL 33966
    View profile for Britton G.Swank, P.A.(239) 208-3040

  22. #22 Hampton Law

    Based in Fort Myers

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    8931 Conference Dr #2, Fort Myers, FL 33919
    View profile for Hampton Law(239) 309-0090

  24. #24 Nici Law Firm

    Based in Naples, 25 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 147 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 147 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1865 Veterans Park Dr Ste 203, Naples, FL 34109
    View profile for Nici Law Firm(239) 449-6150

How we ranked Fort Myers estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 75 Fort Myers estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Fort Myers data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an estate planning lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask an estate planning lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Do I need a trust, or is a will enough for me?
  • What does probate usually cost here, and how long does it take?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers: frequently asked questions

Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Fort Myers?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Fort Myers, FL is Safe Harbor Law Firm with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 116 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Celej Law PLLC (#2) and Florida Estate Planning Attorney, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 75 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Fort Myers?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 75 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Fort Myers, FL. 21 of them are based in Fort Myers; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers are open 24/7?

8 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Safe Harbor Law Firm (#1), Celej Law PLLC (#2) and Safe Harbor Law Firm (#6). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers work on weekends?

11 of 75 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Safe Harbor Law Firm (#1), Celej Law PLLC (#2) and Florida Estate Planning Attorney, PLLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Fort Myers estate planning and probate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 75 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers is 4.8★, with a median of 32 reviews. The Dellutri Law Group, PA has the most, 900 reviews, and ranks #9. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank estate planning and probate lawyers?

Each estate planning lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do estate planning and probate lawyers outside Fort Myers count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Fort Myers city center, our service radius for estate planning and probate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can estate planning and probate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers, FL charge?

Many estate planning lawyers charge a flat fee for wills, trusts and powers of attorney. Probate is billed hourly or, in some states, by a fee set by statute (California Probate Code §10810, for example). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $391 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What happens if someone dies without a will?

State law decides who inherits (intestate succession), usually the spouse and children in set shares, and a court appoints someone to manage the estate. A will or trust lets you decide instead. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of estate planning and probate lawyers in Fort Myers, FL ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Fort Myers?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Fort Myers

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 75 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Fort Myers.

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