We’re happy to share our prices—but please read this first.
There’s More to Estate Planning Than the Price
It’s completely natural to start estate planning by comparing prices. But estate planning is not a commodity—and not all attorneys, documents, or processes are the same.
What matters most is not simply the upfront cost, but:
- How well your plan works when it’s needed
- How much burden it places on your loved ones
- How confident you feel in the decisions you’ve made
At Mathews Law, we focus on legal design, counsel, and service—not just document production.
Estate Planning is not a commodity.
What Sets Our Planning Apart
Thoughtful Legal Design, Not Cookie-Cutter Documents
We do not rely on one-size-fits-all templates or mass-produced documents. Every plan we create is bespoke, carefully drafted, and designed to work in real life—not just on paper.
The quality of drafting matters.
Access to Your Attorney – Always Included
All clients receive direct access to an attorney throughout the planning process, with plenty of time to ask questions and understand their options. We take an education-first approach so you never feel uncertain or rushed.
Your planning process begins with a complimentary Life & Legacy Planning Session with an attorney, so you can make informed decisions from the start.
A Client-Friendly, Guided Process
We take responsibility for guiding clients through the entire process—not just handing over documents. We want you to understand not only what you are signing, but why it matters.
We treat every client like family. We would never rush our own family through a confusing process that produces documents that don’t work, and we don’t want that for you, either.
Planning for the Real World
Good planning accounts for real life. Our estate planning packages include tools and guidance such as:
- Emergency cards for your wallet
- Clear direction for loved ones during the first 72 hours after death or incapacity
- A comprehensive asset and debt list
- Instructions for agents and trustees
- A well-organized binder for trust-based plans
- Temporary guardianship documents and wallet cards for families with minor children
- Ongoing access to our client portal
Guidance to Align Your Assets
If your assets are not aligned with your will or trust, the plan does not work.
We provide clear guidance on how assets should be titled or how beneficiary designations should be set up. We then follow up after 30 days to help keep you accountable—and we are happy to speak with banks, financial institutions, or advisors at no additional charge.
For clients who want a more hands-on experience, we offer concierge funding services for an additional fee.
Experience and Judgment
Estate planning isn’t just about knowing the law-it’s about judgment. Our work reflects years of focused experience in estate planning and a clear understanding of how plans often fail.
We are not aiming to provide the cheapest plan you can find. We aim for a plan that is well-designed, well-explained, and well-supported.
The Real Cost of Not Planning (Or Cutting Corners)
We frequently see problems arise when plans are:
- Poorly designed or outdated
- Never properly funded
- In conflict with beneficiary designations
- Missing provisions that result in court involvement
- Inadequate for minor children, incapacity, or family dynamics
Saving money now often leads to more cost, more stress, and more court involvement later—at the worst possible time.
The true cost of estate planning isn’t what you pay today—it’s what happens if your plan doesn’t work when your loved ones need it most.
What Does That Cost Look Like?
Want to know the cost of a plan that fails when you need it most? This calculator provides a high-level overview of the cost of probate (for educational purposes only).
Probate is only one of the many consequences of a poorly designed plan (or not having one at all).
Virginia Probate Cost Estimate
Important notes & disclaimer
- This calculator provides a general educational estimate only.
- Whether probate or court involvement is required depends on asset titling and beneficiary designations.
- Estimates do not include extraordinary litigation or tax issues.
- Information entered is not saved or shared.
Our Fees
We are happy to share our pricing. You can view our most up-to-date fees for all services, including estate planning, in our Welcome Guide.
We’d love to work with you! Our Life & Legacy Planning Session is complimentary. Please contact us at 703-215-2088 to learn more.