PARENTS & HOMEOWNERS: MY 7-STEP ESTATE PLANNING PROCESS WILL PROTECT YOUR HEIRS
From Creditors, Predators & Bad Choices, And Will Help You Become a (Bigger) Hero to Your Family!
Fees and Billing
Most estate planning work I do is billed as a flat fee. You'll know the cost before we start, once I understand your situation.
I can't quote an exact number without talking to you first. Estate plans are designed around your specific circumstances - your assets, your family, your goals. Cookie-cutter pricing doesn't work because cookie-cutter planning doesn't work.
The fee reflects the planning process, not just the documents. You're paying for my time, judgment, and advice - not a binder full of paper.
Factors that affect cost: the number and type of assets you own, real estate ownership and titling, business interests, planning for children or blended families, special circumstances like special needs or Medi-Cal planning, and the coordination required to transfer assets into your plan properly.
My practice is built around depth, not volume. Expect multiple conversations, detailed review, and a planning process that extends beyond drafting documents. My approach takes time because it's designed to reduce future problems and ensure your plan actually works when it matters.
Your Next Step
Call me at 805-380-5965 or email eric@ridleylawoffices.com to schedule a consultation. We'll talk through your situation and go from there.
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