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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Slidell, LA: 2026 rankings

27 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 Slidell: Donovan Law Firm, LFR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews.

  2. 11

    Open 24 hours (per Google): The Ruel Law Firm, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #11 of 27.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel, 363 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 27 ranked; ranked #2.

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

27 Slidell 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 5.0★ across 27 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Slidell 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 Slidell at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Donovan Law Firm655.0★ (54)Slidell—Top score
2Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel634.9★ (363)New Orleans, 25 mi away—Most reviews
3Christie Tournet and Associates, LLC625.0★ (141)Mandeville, 20 mi away——
4Ogden Law, LLC605.0★ (67)New Orleans, 22 mi away——
5Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel604.9★ (91)New Orleans, 25 mi away——
6Gabb Morrison LLP594.9★ (46)New Orleans, 21 mi away——
7Legacy Law Center, LLC585.0★ (4)Mandeville, 18 mi away——
8Addie Prewitt Law585.0★ (3)Jefferson, 18 mi away——
9Vicknair Law Firm, LLC564.2★ (10)Mandeville, 20 mi awayEvenings—
10Aspen Estate Planning565.0★ (10)Mandeville, 22 mi away——

All 27 estate planning and probate lawyers in Slidell, 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 Slidell

    #1 Donovan Law Firm

    Based in Slidell

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 54 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 54 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    354 Fremaux Ave ste 3, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Donovan Law Firm(985) 259-7633

  2. #2 Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel

    Based in New Orleans, 25 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 363 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 363 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1321 Ochsner Blvd Ste 100, Covington, LA 70433
    View profile for Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel(504) 294-5707

  4. #4 Ogden Law, LLC

    Based in New Orleans, 22 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 67 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 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    71206 Hendry Ave, Covington, LA 70433
    View profile for Ogden Law, LLC(985) 892-8592

  5. #5 Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel

    Based in New Orleans, 25 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 91 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 91 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    909 Poydras St Suite 1230, New Orleans, LA 70112
    View profile for Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel(504) 264-1057

  6. #6 Gabb Morrison LLP

    Based in New Orleans, 21 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    40 Louis Prima Dr, Covington, LA 70433
    View profile for Gabb Morrison LLP(985) 892-0942

  7. #7 Legacy Law Center, LLC

    Based in Mandeville, 18 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 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
    800 Ramon St, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for Legacy Law Center, LLC(985) 246-3020

  8. #8 Addie Prewitt Law

    Based in Jefferson, 18 mi away

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 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
    View profile for Addie Prewitt Law

  9. #9 Vicknair Law Firm, LLC

    Based in Mandeville, 20 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1070-B W Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70471
    View profile for Vicknair Law Firm, LLC(985) 264-9822

  10. #10 Aspen Estate Planning

    Based in Mandeville, 22 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 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–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    105 Beau Chene Blvd Ste 100H, Mandeville, LA 70471
    View profile for Aspen Estate Planning(504) 284-8910

  11. #11 The Ruel Law Firm

    Based in Hammond, 25 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.9★ from 86 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    210 LA-21, Madisonville, LA 70447
    View profile for The Ruel Law Firm(985) 845-7031

  12. #12 Dutel Law Firm

    Based in Mandeville, 20 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 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
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1131 N Causeway Blvd Ste 214, Mandeville, LA 70471
    View profile for Dutel Law Firm(985) 892-6474

  13. #13 Cameron Law Firm LLC

    Based in Slidell

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1290 7th St #1, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Cameron Law Firm LLC(985) 847-1054

  14. Based in Slidell

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2065 1st St, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Southern Legal Clinics(985) 649-4090

  15. #15 Fleur De Lis Law & Title

    Based in Slidell

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    354 Fremaux Ave, Slidell, LA 70458
    View profile for Fleur De Lis Law & Title(985) 277-5550

  17. #17 Thomas H Gray Attorneys At Law

    Based in Slidell

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

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

    • 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    113 Doubloon Dr, Slidell, LA 70461
    View profile for Thomas H Gray Attorneys At Law(985) 641-8335

  19. #19 Gregory Ricks Total Wealth

    Based in Mandeville, 19 mi away

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4030 Lonesome Rd Ste A, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for Gregory Ricks Total Wealth(504) 832-9200

  20. #20 Nathan S. Farmer PA

    Based in Picayune, 18 mi away

    49/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 49 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    120 Goodyear Blvd, Picayune, MS 39466
    View profile for Nathan S. Farmer PA(601) 749-8745

  21. #21 Edler Law Firm, LLC

    Based in Hammond, 25 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    381 LA-21 Ste 205, Madisonville, LA 70447
    View profile for Edler Law Firm, LLC(985) 261-0702

  22. #22 Jeffords, Anthony, Little & Gremillion PLLC

    Based in Mandeville, 20 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tax attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–2:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    224 W Causeway Approach, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for Jeffords, Anthony, Little & Gremillion PLLC(504) 317-1411

  23. #23 Ward Law Firm

    Based in Mandeville, 18 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 1 PM–4:30 PM · Tue–Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2040 LA-59 Ste J, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for Ward Law Firm(985) 231-0231

  24. #24 WJ Blanchard Law, LLC

    Based in Mandeville, 19 mi away

    47/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    4030 Lonesome Rd Ste A, Mandeville, LA 70448
    View profile for WJ Blanchard Law, LLC(504) 452-7661

All 27 estate planning and probate lawyers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.

estate planning and probate lawyers in Slidell, ranks 26 to 27
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Southern Legal Clinics465.0★ (4)20 mi
27Nicaud & Sunseri Law Firm, LLC: Michelle R. Demarest-Sunseri463.3★ (7)19 mi

Also serving Slidell

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 Slidell
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Arena Collective5.0★ (123)In Slidell
Camellia Title LLC A Division Of Encalarde Law Firm4.1★ (15)In Slidell
Clayton Law Firm, LLC4.8★ (24)In Slidell
Debra K Henkels Law Offices4.5★ (11)In Slidell
DSG Law Office4.7★ (74)In Slidell
Godbey Giardina Law Group, LLC5.0★ (24)In Slidell
Graham Law & Associates4.3★ (6)In Slidell
Lagarde Law5.0★ (84)In Slidell
Lamz Law Firm LLC5.0★ (7)In Slidell
Laurie Maschek Law4.8★ (29)In Slidell
Law Office of Alan M. Black3.7★ (11)In Slidell
Law Office of Andrew R. Schwing5.0★ (34)In Slidell
Law Office of Angela Cox Williams4.0★ (12)In Slidell
McMillin Law, LLC4.7★ (57)In Slidell
Parker Layrisson Injury Attorneys5.0★ (123)In Slidell
Stanley-Wallace Law4.5★ (39)In Slidell
The Law Office of Jeffrey M. Keating5.0★ (14)In Slidell
The Sean Morrison Law Offices LLC4.8★ (16)In Slidell
Tracey Powell Attorney at Law4.7★ (13)In Slidell
Williams & Brandt5.0★ (8)In Slidell

How we ranked Slidell estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 27 Slidell 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 Slidell 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 Slidell: frequently asked questions

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

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Slidell, LA is Donovan Law Firm with an LFR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews. Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel (#2) and Christie Tournet and Associates, LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 27 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

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

LawFirmsRanked ranks 27 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Slidell, LA. 7 of them are based in Slidell; 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 Slidell are open 24/7?

1 ranked estate planning lawyer in Slidell posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is The Ruel Law Firm (#11). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

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

1 of 27 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is The Ruel Law Firm (#11). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

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

The median Google rating among 27 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Slidell is 5.0★, with a median of 22 reviews. Scott Law Group - Estate Counsel has the most, 363 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 Slidell count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Slidell 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 Slidell, LA 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 Slidell, LA 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 Slidell?

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 Slidell

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 27 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Slidell.

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