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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Hilliard, OH: 2026 rankings

143 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 Hilliard: Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm, LLC, LFR Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 185 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 14

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Elk + Elk - Columbus, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #14 of 143.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Thomas Taneff Co., LPA, 352 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 143 ranked; ranked #2.

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

143 Hilliard estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 8 are open 24/7, 18 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 143 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Hilliard 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 Hilliard at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm, LLC695.0★ (185)Columbus, 12 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsTop score
2Thomas Taneff Co., LPA674.9★ (352)Columbus, 10 mi away—Most reviews
3McClenaghan Law Group674.9★ (193)Dublin, 4 mi away——
4Jarvis Law Office, P.C.674.8★ (243)Dublin, 4 mi away——
5Golowin Legal - Wills Trusts Elder Law665.0★ (109)Dublin, 4 mi away——
6Epling Law665.0★ (68)Hilliard——
7Cooper, Adel, Vu, & Associates, LPA - Hilliard655.0★ (52)Hilliard——
8Ballinger Legal, LLC645.0★ (24)Lewis Center, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9JAMES M. EVANS LAW OFFICE, LLC644.8★ (36)Columbus, 6 mi awaySat—
10Gasper Legal634.6★ (46)Columbus, 6 mi awaySat—

All 143 estate planning and probate lawyers in Hilliard, 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 Hilliard

    Based in Columbus, 12 mi away

    69/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 185 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 185 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 5 AM–11 PM
    Address
    2529 Oakstone Dr, Columbus, OH 43231
  2. Based in Columbus, 10 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 352 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 352 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    250 S Civic Center Dr Suite 610, Columbus, OH 43215
  3. Based in Dublin, 4 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 193 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 193 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    216 Bradenton Ave, Dublin, OH 43017
  4. Based in Dublin, 4 mi away

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 243 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 243 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5100 Bradenton Ave Ste B, Dublin, OH 43017
  5. Based in Hilliard

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 68 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 68 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3962 Brown Park Dr Ste G, Hilliard, OH 43026
  6. 65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 52 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 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5123 Norwich St #200, Hilliard, OH 43026
  7. Based in Lewis Center, 10 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 24 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 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM
  8. Based in Columbus, 6 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 36 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 36 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1580 King Ave #101, Columbus, OH 43212
  9. Based in Columbus, 6 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.6★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3492 Snouffer Rd Ste 200, Columbus, OH 43235
  10. Based in Dublin, 4 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 57 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    535 Metro Pl S #200, Dublin, OH 43017
  11. 63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 86 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 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    100 E Campus View Blvd #250, Columbus, OH 43235
  12. Based in Columbus, 10 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 98 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 98 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    620 E Broad St #200, Columbus, OH 43215
  13. Based in Dublin, 4 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 200 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 200 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5100 Parkcenter Ave #100, Dublin, OH 43017
  14. Based in Westerville, 14 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 77 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 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    670 Meridian Way Ste 139, Westerville, OH 43082
  15. Based in Columbus, 10 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 254 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 254 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    175 S 3rd St Ste 430, Columbus, OH 43215
  16. Based in Columbus, 7 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 27 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 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1201 Dublin Rd Ste 800, Columbus, OH 43215
  17. Based in Powell, 9 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 38 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 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10348 Sawmill Rd, Powell, OH 43065
  18. Based in Hilliard

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 76 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5232 Norwich St Office B, Hilliard, OH 43026
  19. Based in Columbus, 7 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 27 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 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1421 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212
  20. Based in Dublin, 4 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    545 Metro Pl S Ste 435, Dublin, OH 43017
  21. Based in Westerville, 11 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 29 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 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
  22. Based in Worthington, 9 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    450 W Wilson Bridge Rd Ste 380, Worthington, OH 43085

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 143 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.

estate planning and probate lawyers in Hilliard, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Obenour Legal Group604.3★ (17)4 mi
27Schmitz Legal Group605.0★ (24)13 mi
28O'Reilly Law Offices Northwest604.6★ (9)9 mi
29Slater & Zurz LLP594.8★ (117)10 mi
30Weaver Law Offices, LLC594.7★ (23)13 mi
31The Law Offices of Saia, Marrocco & Jensen Inc.594.9★ (78)10 mi
32Lardiere McNair & Stonebrook, Ltd., LPA594.8★ (252)In Hilliard
33Huddleston Law Group, LPA585.0★ (3)In Hilliard
34Routte Law, LLC.584.4★ (32)15 mi
35Mikkelson Law585.0★ (4)3 mi
36Frederick L Berkemer & Co LPA585.0★ (7)6 mi
37Anderson Jeffrey S584.1★ (20)11 mi
38The Law Office of David G. Bale585.0★ (15)14 mi
39Metz, Bailey & McLoughlin, LLP584.3★ (18)13 mi
40Elliott Feldman Law Group585.0★ (295)8 mi
41Starkey & Waid573.7★ (3)5 mi
42John Neil Lindsey574.8★ (5)10 mi
43Mellman Perdue & Company575.0★ (7)15 mi
44Bryan B. Johnson, Attorney at Law571.8★ (5)4 mi
45The Meade Law Group, LLC564.8★ (19)6 mi
46DuPont Law Group564.9★ (150)4 mi
47Reese Law Firm, LLC564.9★ (9)19 mi
48James G Flaherty Law Office564.8★ (6)14 mi
49Law Offices of Ryan G. Welker565.0★ (3)10 mi
50Lavin Law Group LLC564.0★ (4)19 mi

Also serving Hilliard

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 Hilliard
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Balch Law5.0★ (2)6 mi
Baron Law, LLC5.0★ (2)4 mi
Baron Law, LLC5.0★ (2)13 mi
Dawes Legal, LLC3.0★ (2)10 mi
Don Roberts Law Offices4.1★ (28)In Hilliard
Elite Land Title LLC5.0★ (2)12 mi
Furniss Stewart Law, LLC4.4★ (28)In Hilliard
Hyslop Law Office3.3★ (7)In Hilliard
James B Dobbs Attorney at LawIn Hilliard
John Saccoccia Law5.0★ (2)10 mi
Jones Schobert LLC5.0★ (2)8 mi
Karen Poling Law4.3★ (12)In Hilliard
Nathan D. Painter5.0★ (2)In Hilliard
Robert E Giffin CPA Attorney5.0★ (2)5 mi
Rodier Law Offices, Inc.4.6★ (675)In Hilliard
Stacy M. Schumacher, Attorney At Law, LLC5.0★ (3)In Hilliard
The Friedmann Firm4.9★ (219)In Hilliard
The Law Office of Josh Brown, LLC.5.0★ (10)In Hilliard
Thomas Law Group4.5★ (2)4 mi
Willis Spangler Associates4.7★ (289)In Hilliard

How we ranked Hilliard estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 143 Hilliard 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 Hilliard 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 Hilliard: frequently asked questions

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

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Hilliard, OH is Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm, LLC with an LFR Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 185 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Thomas Taneff Co., LPA (#2) and McClenaghan Law Group (#3) follow. We ranked 143 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

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

LawFirmsRanked ranks 143 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Hilliard, OH. 5 of them are based in Hilliard; 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 Hilliard are open 24/7?

8 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Hilliard post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Elk + Elk - Columbus (#14), ALH Law Group (#17) and Harmony Law LLC (#20). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

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

18 of 143 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm, LLC (#1), Ballinger Legal, LLC (#8) and JAMES M. EVANS LAW OFFICE, LLC (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

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

The median Google rating among 143 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Hilliard is 4.8★, with a median of 20 reviews. Thomas Taneff Co., LPA has the most, 352 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Hilliard count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Hilliard 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 Hilliard, OH 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 Hilliard, OH 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 Hilliard?

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 Hilliard

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 143 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Hilliard.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.