61/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Lawrenceburg, KY: 2026 rankings
52 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Lawrenceburg: Brackney Law Office, PLLC, LFR Score 61/100; 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 52.
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Most-reviewed: Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office, 451 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 52 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
52 Lawrenceburg estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 52 rated law firms.
Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Lawrenceburg 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.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brackney Law Office, PLLC | 61 | 5.0★ (88) | Lexington, 19 mi away | — | Top score |
| 2 | Bilby Law PLLC | 60 | 5.0★ (9) | Frankfort, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 3 | Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office | 60 | 4.9★ (451) | Lexington, 22 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 4 | Frankfort Elder Law | 59 | 4.1★ (20) | Frankfort, 9 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 5 | Garcia & Coman, Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Lawyers | 58 | 2.7★ (3) | Lexington, 22 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers | 57 | 4.7★ (303) | Lexington, 24 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Berkley Oliver PLLC - Law Offices | 57 | 4.5★ (42) | Shelbyville, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Elder Care Law of Kentucky | 56 | 4.7★ (17) | Georgetown, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Cook & Watkins, PLC | 56 | 4.0★ (4) | Georgetown, 22 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Carroway Carolyn Attorney At Law | 55 | 4.0★ (12) | Georgetown, 22 mi away | — | — |
All 52 estate planning and probate lawyers in Lawrenceburg, 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.
Based in Frankfort, 11 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 451 Google reviews, the most in Lawrenceburg.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort, 9 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 24 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 303 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shelbyville, 22 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Georgetown, 22 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Georgetown, 22 mi away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ 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.
Based in Georgetown, 22 mi away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 21 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 277 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#13 Fenwick Law
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#14 Stotts Law Group
Based in Georgetown, 22 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 317 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lawrenceburg
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort, 11 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 104 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 20 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 256 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 20 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 19 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 9 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort, 11 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 McNamara & Jones
Based in Frankfort, 11 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lexington, 22 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 72 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Frankfort, 8 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
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 52 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Lawrenceburg
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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brian K. Privett, Attorney at Law | 19 mi | |
| Coburn Law & Mediation | 22 mi | |
| Goins Law Office, PLLC | In Lawrenceburg | |
| Hellard S Marie Psc | 1.0★ (3) | In Lawrenceburg |
| Jason Cubert Attorney | 4.3★ (18) | In Lawrenceburg |
| Jason D Thompson | 22 mi | |
| Jason M. Obermeyer, Attorney at Law | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| John N Brugger III, PSC - Brugger Tax Law | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Law Offices of William Miles Arvin | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Leslie & Kirkland, PLLC | 22 mi | |
| McCauley & Mattingly Attorneys | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Nutgrass David P | 4.4★ (21) | In Lawrenceburg |
| Patrick Law Office | 5.0★ (8) | In Lawrenceburg |
| Rothacker Law PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC | 11 mi | |
| Strause Law Group, PLLC | 22 mi | |
| The Law Office of Matthew L. Collins | 4.7★ (45) | In Lawrenceburg |
| Van Stockum Law Office | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| Wallingford Law | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Winsor Law Firm | 5.0★ (4) | In Lawrenceburg |
How we ranked Lawrenceburg estate planning and probate lawyers
We scored 52 Lawrenceburg 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lawrenceburg data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | 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 volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an estate planning lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
- 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 Lawrenceburg: frequently asked questions
Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Lawrenceburg?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Lawrenceburg, KY is Brackney Law Office, PLLC with an LFR Score of 61/100. It has 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews. Bilby Law PLLC (#2) and Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office (#3) follow. We ranked 52 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Lawrenceburg?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 52 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Lawrenceburg, KY. 1 of them is based in Lawrenceburg; 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 Lawrenceburg are open 24/7?
4 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Lawrenceburg post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office (#3), Garcia & Coman, Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Lawyers (#5) and Hughes & Coleman Injury Lawyers (#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 Lawrenceburg work on weekends?
5 of 52 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bilby Law PLLC (#2), Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office (#3) and Garcia & Coman, Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse Lawyers (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Lawrenceburg estate planning and probate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 52 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Lawrenceburg is 4.6★, with a median of 18 reviews. Minner Vines Injury Lawyers, PLLC - Lexington Office has the most, 451 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 Lawrenceburg count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lawrenceburg 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 Lawrenceburg, KY 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 Lawrenceburg, KY 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 Lawrenceburg?
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 Lawrenceburg
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 52 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Lawrenceburg.
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