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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Lockport, NY: 2026 rankings

70 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 Lockport: Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP formerly Patricia A George Law Office, LFR Score 63/100; 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews.

  2. 4

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Morgan Legal Group PC | Estate Planning Lawyer Buffalo, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 70.

  3. 6

    Most-reviewed: Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law, 528 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 70 ranked; ranked #6.

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70 Lockport estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 10 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 11 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 70 rated law firms.

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

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Lockport 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 Lockport at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP formerly Patricia A George Law Office634.7★ (49)Lockport—Top score
2Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP624.8★ (192)Buffalo, 16 mi away——
3Voelkl Law PC624.8★ (163)Amherst, 15 mi away——
4Morgan Legal Group PC | Estate Planning Lawyer Buffalo614.8★ (20)Buffalo, 22 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
5Claude Joerg Law Offices605.0★ (3)Lockport——
6Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law604.6★ (528)Amherst, 14 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Most reviews
7DePrima Law604.7★ (41)Amherst, 11 mi away——
8Tully Rinckey PLLC584.9★ (137)Buffalo, 13 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
9Katz and Baehre584.5★ (47)Amherst, 14 mi away——
10RUTH P. GEORGE LAW PLLC585.0★ (29)Amherst, 15 mi away——

All 70 estate planning and probate lawyers in Lockport, 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 Lockport

    #1 Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP formerly Patricia A George Law Office

    Based in Lockport

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    37 East Ave, Lockport, NY 14094
    View profile for Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP formerly Patricia A George Law Office(716) 434-6641

  3. #3 Voelkl Law PC

    Based in Amherst, 15 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 163 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 163 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    19 S Long St, Williamsville, NY 14221
    View profile for Voelkl Law PC(716) 633-4030

  4. Based in Buffalo, 22 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 20 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 20 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    50 Fountain Plz #1400, Buffalo, NY 14202
    View profile for Morgan Legal Group PC | Estate Planning Lawyer Buffalo(716) 374-6934

  5. #5 Claude Joerg Law Offices

    Based in Lockport

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 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 3 Google reviews
    Address
    260 East Ave Ste 1, Lockport, NY 14094
    View profile for Claude Joerg Law Offices(716) 433-1909

  7. #7 DePrima Law

    Based in Amherst, 11 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2810 Sweet Home Rd #1, Amherst, NY 14228
    View profile for DePrima Law(716) 631-1900

  8. #8 Tully Rinckey PLLC

    Based in Buffalo, 13 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    5488 Sheridan Dr #500, Buffalo, NY 14221
    View profile for Tully Rinckey PLLC(716) 439-4700

  9. #9 Katz and Baehre

    Based in Amherst, 14 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8604 Main St #2, Williamsville, NY 14221
    View profile for Katz and Baehre(716) 633-3363

  10. #10 RUTH P. GEORGE LAW PLLC

    Based in Amherst, 15 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 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–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5555 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221
    View profile for RUTH P. GEORGE LAW PLLC(716) 982-1662

  11. #11 Law Office of Daniel Webster

    Based in Kenmore, 17 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.4★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    41 Delaware Rd, Kenmore, NY 14217
    View profile for Law Office of Daniel Webster(716) 854-2050

  12. #12 LAW OFFICE OF DAVID MICHAEL HEIM

    Based in North Tonawanda, 11 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3060 Niagara Falls Blvd, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
    View profile for LAW OFFICE OF DAVID MICHAEL HEIM(716) 694-2800

  13. #13 Ingold Law PLLC

    Based in Amherst, 14 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Elder law attorney”.

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

    • 3.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6325 Main St, Williamsville, NY 14221
    View profile for Ingold Law PLLC(716) 932-7447

  15. #15 Pope Law Firm, PLLC

    Based in Amherst, 14 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    17 Beresford Ct Ste 5, Williamsville, NY 14221
    View profile for Pope Law Firm, PLLC(716) 634-3320

  17. #17 Makowski Law Office

    Based in Fort Erie, 17 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Makowski Law Office(716) 881-1890

  18. #18 Santopolo Law, PLLC

    Based in Buffalo, 14 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 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.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    300 International Dr Suite 100, Buffalo, NY 14221
    View profile for Santopolo Law, PLLC(716) 750-2212

  19. #19 VanDette Law PLLC

    Based in Buffalo, 22 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 39 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    187 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14201
    View profile for VanDette Law PLLC(716) 806-3500

  20. #20 Rosenblum Law

    Based in Buffalo, 21 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 138 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6:30 PM · Sat closed · Sun 10:30 AM–4:30 PM
    Address
    505 Ellicott St Ste A240, Buffalo, NY 14203
    View profile for Rosenblum Law(716) 215-7405

  21. #21 The Law Office of Luke Brown

    Based in North Tonawanda, 13 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 13 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    168 Robinson St, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
    View profile for The Law Office of Luke Brown(716) 321-2727

  22. #22 Tiveron Law PLLC

    Based in Amherst, 12 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 199 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.2★ from 199 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2410 N Forest Rd Ste 301, Getzville, NY 14068
    View profile for Tiveron Law PLLC(716) 636-7600

  23. #23 Muscato & Vona

    Based in Lockport

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.

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

    • 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    107 East Ave, Lockport, NY 14094
    View profile for Muscato & Vona(716) 434-9177

  24. #24 Zosh, Franjoine & Cieri, P.C.

    Based in Amherst, 15 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 76 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12364 Main St, Akron, NY 14001
    View profile for Zosh, Franjoine & Cieri, P.C.(716) 542-5413

  25. #25 The Coppola Firm

    Based in Buffalo, 14 mi away

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.

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

    • 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4033 Maple Rd Ste 100, Buffalo, NY 14226
    View profile for The Coppola Firm(716) 839-9700

How we ranked Lockport estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 70 Lockport 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 Lockport 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 Lockport: frequently asked questions

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

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Lockport, NY is Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP formerly Patricia A George Law Office with an LFR Score of 63/100. It has 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews. Pfalzgraf Beinhauer Grear Harris Schuller LLP (#2) and Voelkl Law PC (#3) follow. We ranked 70 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

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

LawFirmsRanked ranks 70 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Lockport, NY. 3 of them are based in Lockport; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

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

10 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Lockport post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Morgan Legal Group PC | Estate Planning Lawyer Buffalo (#4), Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law (#6) and Tully Rinckey PLLC (#8). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

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

13 of 70 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 11 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Morgan Legal Group PC | Estate Planning Lawyer Buffalo (#4), Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law (#6) and Tully Rinckey PLLC (#8). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

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

The median Google rating among 70 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Lockport is 4.5★, with a median of 20 reviews. Hiller Comerford Injury & Disability Law has the most, 528 reviews, and ranks #6. 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 Lockport count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Lockport 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 Lockport, 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 Lockport, 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 Lockport?

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 Lockport

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 70 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Lockport.

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