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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Martinez, GA: 2026 rankings

35 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 Martinez: Garrett Murphy Law, LFR Score 66/100; 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews.

  2. 7

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Young & Thurmond Attorneys At Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #7 of 35.

  3. 11

    Most-reviewed: David L. Huguenin, P.C., 218 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 35 ranked; ranked #11.

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35 Martinez 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 4.6★ across 35 rated law firms.

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

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Martinez 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 Martinez at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Garrett Murphy Law665.0★ (83)Evans, 3 mi away—Top score
2Burroughs Elijah Attorneys644.9★ (50)Augusta, 2 mi away——
3Rhodes Law Firm, P.C.634.6★ (42)Martinez——
4Think Different Legal Group614.5★ (18)Augusta, 2 mi away——
5Donsbach Lewis LLC614.1★ (16)Martinez——
6The Law Offices of Nathan M. Jolles, P. C.603.8★ (23)Augusta, 3 mi away——
7Young & Thurmond Attorneys At Law605.0★ (191)Aiken, 20 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
8Law Office of Lani Frost Mathis595.0★ (6)Martinez——
9Edw. B. Stalnaker, Attorney at Law594.7★ (13)Augusta, 7 mi away——
10Blitch Law Firm, LLC584.9★ (162)Evans, 4 mi away——

All 35 estate planning and probate lawyers in Martinez, 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 Martinez

    #1 Garrett Murphy Law

    Based in Evans, 3 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    601 N Belair Square Ste 14, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Garrett Murphy Law(706) 962-6540

  3. #3 Rhodes Law Firm, P.C.

    Based in Martinez

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3938 Washington Rd, Martinez, GA 30907
    View profile for Rhodes Law Firm, P.C.(706) 724-0405

  5. #5 Donsbach Lewis LLC

    Based in Martinez

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    504 Blackburn Dr, Martinez, GA 30907
    View profile for Donsbach Lewis LLC(706) 650-8750

  14. #14 Trotter Jones, LLP

    Based in Augusta, 2 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    • 4.7★ from 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3615 Walton Wy Ext, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Trotter Jones, LLP(706) 737-3138

  18. #18 LawyerLisa

    Based in Aiken, 21 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    205 Barnwell Ave NW, Aiken, SC 29801
    View profile for LawyerLisa(803) 563-5163

  20. #20 Harrison & Medlin, P.C.

    Based in Evans, 4 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    • 4.3★ from 50 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    254 N Belair Rd, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Harrison & Medlin, P.C.(706) 250-7653

  21. #21 Hull Barrett, PC

    Based in Evans, 3 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    • 4.3★ from 48 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1202 Town Park Ln #209, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Hull Barrett, PC(706) 722-4481

  22. #22 Peil Law

    Based in Evans, 4 mi away

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.4★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7013 Evans Town Center Blvd, Evans, GA 30809
    View profile for Peil Law(706) 210-9063

  24. #24 Zier Law Firm, LLC

    Based in North Augusta, 6 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    • 4.3★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–1 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    602 West Ave, North Augusta, SC 29841
    View profile for Zier Law Firm, LLC(803) 279-5998

  25. #25 Enoch Tarver Law

    Based in Augusta, 2 mi away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Business attorney”.

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2743 Perimeter Pkwy Bldg 100, Suite 115, Augusta, GA 30909
    View profile for Enoch Tarver Law(706) 738-4141

How we ranked Martinez estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 35 Martinez 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 Martinez 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 Martinez: frequently asked questions

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

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Martinez, GA is Garrett Murphy Law with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews. Burroughs Elijah Attorneys (#2) and Rhodes Law Firm, P.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 35 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

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

LawFirmsRanked ranks 35 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Martinez, GA. 5 of them are based in Martinez; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of November 2026.

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

1 ranked estate planning lawyer in Martinez posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Young & Thurmond Attorneys At Law (#7). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

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

1 of 35 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Young & Thurmond Attorneys At Law (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

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

The median Google rating among 35 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Martinez is 4.6★, with a median of 39 reviews. David L. Huguenin, P.C. has the most, 218 reviews, and ranks #11. 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 Martinez count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Martinez 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 Martinez, GA 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 Martinez, GA 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 Martinez?

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 Martinez

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 35 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Martinez.

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