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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Guilford, CT: 2026 rankings

91 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 Guilford: Mirsky Defense, LFR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 31

    Most-reviewed: The Law Office of Jonathan A. Wetmore, 203 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 91 ranked; ranked #31.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

91 Guilford estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 91 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford 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 Guilford at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Mirsky Defense655.0★ (12)New Haven, 12 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2RWC, LLC Attorneys and Counselors at Law645.0★ (150)Middletown, 18 mi away——
3Law Office of Robert A. Heinimann, Jr. LLC644.9★ (92)Cheshire, 19 mi awaySat—
4Legacy Law Partners644.8★ (109)North Haven, 12 mi away——
5Drapp Law PLLC645.0★ (160)City of Milford (balance), 20 mi away——
6Sweeney Law Firm634.7★ (35)Madison, 5 mi away——
7Inner Circle Legal Planning, PLLC635.0★ (100)City of Milford (balance), 20 mi away——
8Shoreline Elder Law - Jay H. Jaser, Elder Law Attorney625.0★ (63)City of Milford (balance), 19 mi away——
9Law Offices of Paul K. Sullivan, Jr., LLC614.5★ (8)Guilford——
10Wiley Law, LLC615.0★ (75)Shelton, 24 mi away——

All 91 estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford, 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 Guilford

    #1 Mirsky Defense

    Based in New Haven, 12 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    470 James St Suite 007, New Haven, CT 06513
    View profile for Mirsky Defense(203) 290-2779

  4. #4 Legacy Law Partners

    Based in North Haven, 12 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 109 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 109 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    336 State St, North Haven, CT 06473
    View profile for Legacy Law Partners(203) 446-4725

  5. #5 Drapp Law PLLC

    Based in City of Milford (balance), 20 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 160 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 160 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    53 River St Ste 12, Milford, CT 06460
    View profile for Drapp Law PLLC(203) 871-0366

  6. #6 Sweeney Law Firm

    Based in Madison, 5 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    897 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT 06443
    View profile for Sweeney Law Firm(203) 244-9522

  10. #10 Wiley Law, LLC

    Based in Shelton, 24 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1000 Bridgeport Ave #205, Shelton, CT 06484
    View profile for Wiley Law, LLC(203) 993-6525

  14. #14 Drapp Law PLLC

    Based in Cheshire, 18 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    146 Elm St Ste 12, Cheshire, CT 06410
    View profile for Drapp Law PLLC(475) 255-7795

  15. #15 Drazen Rubin Law, LLC

    Based in City of Milford (balance), 19 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    245 Cherry St, Milford, CT 06460
    View profile for Drazen Rubin Law, LLC(203) 916-0916

  16. #16 Burns Thomas, LLC

    Based in Naugatuck, 23 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.8★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    520 S Main St, Naugatuck, CT 06770
    View profile for Burns Thomas, LLC(203) 723-9420

  18. #18 Milazzo & Associates

    Based in New Haven, 13 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.5★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    41 Trumbull St, New Haven, CT 06510
    View profile for Milazzo & Associates(203) 787-7744

  22. #22 Ed Lowe Law

    Based in Old Saybrook, 14 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–4 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1480 Boston Post Rd, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
    View profile for Ed Lowe Law(203) 951-5435

Estate planning and probate lawyers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 91 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Susan Baltimore Nobleman, Retired (Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, LLC)563.7★ (3)14 mi
27Dlugokecki Frederick A Law Offices555.0★ (6)24 mi
28BUBKA Law Group554.0★ (12)25 mi
29Law Office of Amee J. Lunn, LLC555.0★ (83)12 mi
30Amy E. Orlando555.0★ (3)19 mi
31The Law Office of Jonathan A. Wetmore545.0★ (203)24 mi
32Fournier Legal Services LLC545.0★ (42)9 mi
33Pinder Law Office LLC534.8★ (22)5 mi
34Jon Patrucco534.9★ (81)18 mi
35Jackson O'Keefe, LLP East Haddam, Moodus Law Firm535.0★ (4)13 mi
36Law Offices Geoffrey T. Einhorn LLC534.9★ (48)15 mi
37Mark A. Healey, Attorney At Law524.8★ (49)14 mi
38Unite Law LLC524.9★ (76)20 mi
39Allinson & Associates, LLC524.9★ (50)16 mi
40DeChello Law Firm LLC524.4★ (45)12 mi
41Gesmonde, Pietrosimone & Sgrignari, L.L.C.524.9★ (30)14 mi
42Knott & Santoro514.7★ (59)19 mi
43Law Office of Channa M. Gordon LLC515.0★ (31)17 mi
44Attorney Allisan Lee Adams514.7★ (12)15 mi
45Attorney Anthony J. Elia515.0★ (6)10 mi
46Keyes & Looney Law Firm514.0★ (4)5 mi
47Mahon, Quinn & Mahon, P.C.514.8★ (40)18 mi
48Brodeur Law Firm, LLC514.7★ (41)19 mi
49Robert C. Leitze, Attorney At Law505.0★ (3)In Guilford
50Levinson, Spiegel & Jackson504.3★ (22)12 mi

Also serving Guilford

20 more estate planning and probate lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked estate planning and probate lawyers serving Guilford
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Action Advocacy, PC5.0★ (173)In Guilford
Case Law Firm, LLC5.0★ (1)In Guilford
CT Mediation & Arbitration Services, LLC5.0★ (1)In Guilford
Del Sole & Del Sole LLP5.0★ (2)14 mi
Dillon John T4.6★ (9)In Guilford
Dolan Divorce Lawyers, PLLC5.0★ (27)In Guilford
Gould & Gillin, P.C.3.0★ (2)15 mi
Harper Law, LLC5.0★ (2)20 mi
J Bowman Law3.0★ (2)19 mi
Law Office of Lawrence W. Berliner, LLC5.0★ (1)In Guilford
Law Offices of David L. Weiss5.0★ (2)In Guilford
Law Offices of Gregory T. Lattanzi, LLCIn Guilford
Law Offices of Jason G. DeGenaro LLC4.0★ (5)In Guilford
Mission Focus Legal Group5.0★ (12)In Guilford
Pellegrino & Pellegrino LLC: Pellegrino Robert L5.0★ (1)In Guilford
RWC, LLC Attorneys and Counselors at Law5.0★ (2)In Guilford
S. M. Edwards & Associates, LLC5.0★ (11)In Guilford
Stillman & Associates, LLC5.0★ (2)In Guilford
The Emanuelson Law Firm, PC5.0★ (4)In Guilford
Vanessa Fuller, Attorney at Law, LLC5.0★ (4)In Guilford

How we ranked Guilford estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 91 Guilford 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 Guilford 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 Guilford: frequently asked questions

Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Guilford?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Guilford, CT is Mirsky Defense with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. RWC, LLC Attorneys and Counselors at Law (#2) and Law Office of Robert A. Heinimann, Jr. LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 91 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Guilford?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 91 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Guilford, CT. 2 of them are based in Guilford; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

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

2 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Mirsky Defense (#1). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford work on weekends?

5 of 91 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mirsky Defense (#1), Law Office of Robert A. Heinimann, Jr. LLC (#3) and Law Offices of Charles L. Kurmay (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Guilford estate planning and probate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 91 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Guilford is 4.8★, with a median of 13 reviews. The Law Office of Jonathan A. Wetmore has the most, 203 reviews, and ranks #31. 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 Guilford count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Guilford 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 Guilford, CT 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 Guilford, CT 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 Guilford?

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 Guilford

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 91 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Guilford.

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