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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Port Saint Lucie, FL: 2026 rankings

91 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 Port Saint Lucie: The Siegel Law Firm, P.A., LFR Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Lulich & Attorneys, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 91.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Lulich & Attorneys, 422 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 91 ranked; ranked #2.

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

91 Port Saint Lucie estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 14 are open 24/7, 16 open Saturdays and 14 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 91 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Port Saint Lucie 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 Port Saint Lucie at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1The Siegel Law Firm, P.A.705.0★ (47)Port Saint LucieOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Lulich & Attorneys684.9★ (422)Vero Beach, 24 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Barreau Legal, PLLC674.9★ (148)Port Saint Lucie——
4Beacon Legacy Law™665.0★ (178)Stuart, 9 mi away——
5Beacon Legacy Law™654.9★ (206)Palm City, 10 mi away——
6Messias Land & Legacy Law, PLLC655.0★ (4)Port Saint LucieOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
7Karp Law Firm, P.A.654.9★ (52)Port Saint Lucie——
8Genesis Trust, Estate Planning & Probate Law, P.A.644.8★ (52)Port Saint Lucie——
9Lavargna Law635.0★ (80)Stuart, 10 mi away——
10Law Offices of Jacobs & Jacobs, PA634.9★ (29)Port Saint Lucie——

All 91 estate planning and probate lawyers in Port Saint Lucie, 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 Port Saint Lucie

    Based in Port Saint Lucie

    70/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 47 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 47 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  2. Based in Vero Beach, 24 mi away

    68/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 422 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 422 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1612 20th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960
  3. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    67/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 148 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 148 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  4. Based in Stuart, 9 mi away

    66/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 178 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 178 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    515 SW Camden Ave Ste A, Stuart, FL 34994
  5. Based in Palm City, 10 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 206 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 206 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    901 SW Martin Downs Blvd #205, Palm City, FL 34990
  6. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 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 4 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    10570 S U.S. Hwy 1 Ste 300, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
  7. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 52 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 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  8. 64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 52 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 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  9. Based in Stuart, 10 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 80 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 80 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1805 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart, FL 34994
  10. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 29 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 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  11. Based in Stuart, 9 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 64 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 64 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    607 SW St Lucie Crescent Unit 106, Stuart, FL 34994
  12. Based in Jensen Beach, 8 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 82 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 82 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1439 NE Jensen Beach Blvd, Jensen Beach, FL 34957
  13. Based in Stuart, 16 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 18 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 18 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    7000 SE Federal Hwy #305, Stuart, FL 34997
  14. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 5 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 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  15. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 16 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 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    2100 SE Hillmoor Dr Suite 105, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
  16. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 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 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  17. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 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 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1860 SW Fountainview Blvd #100, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
  18. Based in Stuart, 9 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    532 S Colorado Ave, Stuart, FL 34994
  19. Based in Stuart, 10 mi away

    61/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 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–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    705 SE 5th St, Stuart, FL 34994
  20. Based in Stuart, 9 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 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
    759 SW Federal Hwy #212, Stuart, FL 34994
  21. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 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–Thu 10 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1250 SE Port St Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
  22. Based in Stuart, 9 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 74 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    819 SW Federal Hwy #200, Stuart, FL 34994
  23. Based in Fort Pierce, 9 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 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 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2500 Virginia Ave 2nd Floor, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
  24. Based in Port Saint Lucie

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–11 PM
  25. Based in Stuart, 10 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 10 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 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    900 SE Ocean Blvd Ste. D-232, Stuart, FL 34994

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

estate planning and probate lawyers in Port Saint Lucie, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Gould Cooksey Fennell584.9★ (360)25 mi
27A Kee To Paradise Assisted Living Facility585.0★ (18)In Port Saint Lucie
28Forgione Law, P.A.585.0★ (8)11 mi
29Dreyer Law Firm, P.L.585.0★ (7)9 mi
30Block & Scarpa584.9★ (278)24 mi
31Law Offices of Jennifer D. Peshke, P.A.584.6★ (62)24 mi
32Conforti & Hennig584.9★ (41)25 mi
33Law Offices of Jacobs & Jacobs, P.A.584.6★ (54)24 mi
34Apfelbaum Martinez Law584.8★ (181)In Port Saint Lucie
35The Estate, Trust & Elder Law Firm, P.L.584.8★ (84)8 mi
36Abernethy Law Group575.0★ (6)11 mi
37ProActive Legal Care Law Office, LLC574.0★ (4)10 mi
38Sokoloff and Weinstein, P.A.565.0★ (109)24 mi
39Carolyn Butler Norton, Esq.564.8★ (22)25 mi
40Katz & Associates Law Firm565.0★ (21)11 mi
41The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A.564.6★ (412)10 mi
42Gitlen Law Firm564.5★ (20)8 mi
43The Law Offices of Travis R. Walker, P.A.555.0★ (4)In Port Saint Lucie
44The Gufford Law Firm, P.A.554.8★ (180)9 mi
45Daily Law, PLLC554.6★ (90)In Port Saint Lucie
46Oughterson Sundheim & Associates PA553.7★ (3)10 mi
47SunCoast Senior Solutions, LLC555.0★ (45)In Port Saint Lucie
48Treasure Coast Legal554.7★ (165)9 mi
49The Berman Law Group554.4★ (13)9 mi
50Law Offices of Glenn & Glenn544.2★ (10)24 mi

Also serving Port Saint Lucie

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 Port Saint Lucie
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Baginski Brandt & Brandt4.3★ (60)In Port Saint Lucie
Cunzo Law Firm4.4★ (76)In Port Saint Lucie
Fleysher Law Bankruptcy & Debt Attorneys - Port Saint Lucie Office4.9★ (49)In Port Saint Lucie
Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers4.9★ (540)In Port Saint Lucie
GOLDLAW4.9★ (94)In Port Saint Lucie
Hardwick & Krauss4.8★ (82)In Port Saint Lucie
Harmon Tax Resolution, LLC (ESQ-CPA-EA)5.0★ (92)In Port Saint Lucie
Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd Law Firm4.6★ (179)In Port Saint Lucie
Hughes and Barnard Law Firm, P.A.5.0★ (225)In Port Saint Lucie
Law Office of Kristen Bishop Ames5.0★ (60)In Port Saint Lucie
Leifer & Ramirez - Port St. Lucie Personal Injury Lawyer4.9★ (73)In Port Saint Lucie
Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey, & Fronrath4.9★ (99)In Port Saint Lucie
Morgan & Morgan4.8★ (252)In Port Saint Lucie
Ozment Law, PA4.9★ (137)In Port Saint Lucie
Philip DeBerard Port St Lucie Personal Injury Lawyer & Car Accident Attorney4.9★ (263)In Port Saint Lucie
Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa Injury Lawyers4.9★ (507)In Port Saint Lucie
Rubenstein Law Personal Injury Lawyers5.0★ (141)In Port Saint Lucie
Steinger, Greene & Feiner4.8★ (561)In Port Saint Lucie
The Ticket Clinic - A Law Firm4.5★ (486)In Port Saint Lucie
Todd A Kawecki Port St Lucie Criminal Defense Attorney & DUI Lawyer5.0★ (132)In Port Saint Lucie

How we ranked Port Saint Lucie estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 91 Port Saint Lucie 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 Port Saint Lucie 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 Port Saint Lucie: frequently asked questions

Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Port Saint Lucie?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Port Saint Lucie, FL is The Siegel Law Firm, P.A. with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Lulich & Attorneys (#2) and Barreau Legal, PLLC (#3) follow. We ranked 91 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Port Saint Lucie?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 91 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Port Saint Lucie, FL. 17 of them are based in Port Saint Lucie; 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 Port Saint Lucie are open 24/7?

14 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Port Saint Lucie post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Siegel Law Firm, P.A. (#1), Lulich & Attorneys (#2) and Messias Land & Legacy Law, PLLC (#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 Port Saint Lucie work on weekends?

16 of 91 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 14 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are The Siegel Law Firm, P.A. (#1), Lulich & Attorneys (#2) and Messias Land & Legacy Law, PLLC (#6). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Port Saint Lucie estate planning and probate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 91 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Port Saint Lucie is 4.9★, with a median of 22 reviews. Lulich & Attorneys has the most, 422 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 Port Saint Lucie count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Port Saint Lucie 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 Port Saint Lucie, FL 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 Port Saint Lucie, FL 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 Port Saint Lucie?

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 Port Saint Lucie

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 91 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Port Saint Lucie.

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