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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Hampton Bays, NY: 2026 rankings

24 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 Hampton Bays: Morgan Legal Group | Trusts & Estate Planning Southampton NY, LFR Score 71/100; 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Sheryll Law, P.C., 55 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 24 ranked; ranked #3.

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

24 Hampton Bays estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 24 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Hampton Bays 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 Hampton Bays at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Morgan Legal Group | Trusts & Estate Planning Southampton NY715.0★ (20)Hampton BaysOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2The Law Office Of William G Goode, P.C.694.9★ (20)Hampton Bays——
3Sheryll Law, P.C.674.8★ (55)Riverhead, 8 mi away—Most reviews
4Burner Prudenti Law, P.C.664.9★ (26)Hampton Bays——
5Dunathan Goodale PC635.0★ (17)Riverhead, 9 mi away——
6Law Offices of Robin Burner Daleo, PLLC635.0★ (8)Hampton Bays——
7Bernard Law P.C.624.9★ (30)Miller Place, 21 mi away——
8BUBKA Law Group614.0★ (12)Riverhead, 9 mi away——
9Batt & Messinetti PC615.0★ (17)Shirley, 20 mi away——
10The Law Office of John J. Leonard584.8★ (29)Hampton Bays——

All 24 estate planning and probate lawyers in Hampton Bays, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in Hampton Bays

    Based in Hampton Bays

    71/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    33 Flying Point Rd Ste 131, Southampton, NY 11968
  2. Based in Riverhead, 8 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    633 E Main St #2, Riverhead, NY 11901
  3. Based in Hampton Bays

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    82 Main St, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
  4. Based in Riverhead, 9 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    445 Griffing Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901
  5. 63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    147-2 W Montauk Hwy, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
  6. Based in Miller Place, 21 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 30 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    45 NY-25A Ste A2, Shoreham, NY 11786
  7. Based in Riverhead, 9 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1149 Old Country Rd Suite E2, Riverhead, NY 11901
  8. Based in Shirley, 20 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    210 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967
  9. Based in Rocky Point, 23 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    131 NY-25A, Rocky Point, NY 11778
  10. Based in Manorville, 15 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2 Union Ave, Center Moriches, NY 11934
  11. Based in Hampton Bays

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    36 Good Ground Rd, Hampton Bays, NY 11946
  12. Based in Hampton Bays

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    50 Sunset Ave, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
  13. Based in Riverhead, 8 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    224 Griffing Ave, Riverhead, NY 11901
  14. Based in Manorville, 15 mi away

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    111 Main St, Center Moriches, NY 11934
  15. Based in Manorville, 14 mi away

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15 Frowein Rd Building A3, Center Moriches, NY 11934
  16. Based in Riverhead, 9 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    120 Court St, Riverhead, NY 11901

Also serving Hampton Bays

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 Hampton Bays
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Burke & Sullivan3.8★ (4)In Hampton Bays
Carolyn Zenk Attorney & East End Mediation Center4.7★ (22)In Hampton Bays
Daniel A Russo PC Criminal Defense Attorneys5.0★ (8)In Hampton Bays
Douglas S Borroughs Esq PC5.0★ (126)In Hampton Bays
Fernan & Fischette, LLP5.0★ (3)In Hampton Bays
Heather Wright Esq4.4★ (7)In Hampton Bays
Joan M. Dorazio, Esq.4.9★ (94)In Hampton Bays
Kelly & Hulme5.0★ (5)In Hampton Bays
Killoran Law P.C.5.0★ (6)In Hampton Bays
Liga De Justicia Abogados4.8★ (35)In Hampton Bays
Meg Rudansky Attorney At Law4.6★ (8)In Hampton Bays
Michael P. Malone Attorney at Law5.0★ (4)In Hampton Bays
Rasmussen Barbara5.0★ (2)In Hampton Bays
The Law Office of Astarita & Associates3.9★ (9)In Hampton Bays
The Law Office of Christopher Worth4.9★ (43)In Hampton Bays
The Law Office of Sami Perez4.7★ (3)In Hampton Bays
VLAHADAMIS LAW PLLC5.0★ (20)In Hampton Bays
VM Gokea - The Inheritance Lawyer5.0★ (7)In Hampton Bays
William D. Shapiro - Attorney at Law5.0★ (177)In Hampton Bays
Zwaik, Gilbert & Associates5.0★ (16)In Hampton Bays

How we ranked Hampton Bays estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 24 Hampton Bays 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 Hampton Bays 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 Hampton Bays: frequently asked questions

Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Hampton Bays?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Hampton Bays, NY is Morgan Legal Group | Trusts & Estate Planning Southampton NY with an LFR Score of 71/100. It has 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. The Law Office Of William G Goode, P.C. (#2) and Sheryll Law, P.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 24 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Hampton Bays?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 24 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Hampton Bays, NY. 8 of them are based in Hampton Bays; 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 Hampton Bays are open 24/7?

1 ranked estate planning lawyer in Hampton Bays posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Morgan Legal Group | Trusts & Estate Planning Southampton NY (#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 Hampton Bays work on weekends?

1 of 24 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Morgan Legal Group | Trusts & Estate Planning Southampton NY (#1). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Hampton Bays estate planning and probate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 24 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Hampton Bays is 4.9★, with a median of 14 reviews. Sheryll Law, P.C. has the most, 55 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Hampton Bays count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Hampton Bays 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 Hampton Bays, NY 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 Hampton Bays, NY 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 Hampton Bays?

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 Hampton Bays

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 24 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Hampton Bays.

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