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LegalZoom Will Maker Review 2024: Pricing and Features
LegalZoom's online will maker service offers access to attorney advice in all 50 states.
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LegalZoom is an online estate planning service that offers an online will template and dozens of other DIY legal services. The will service stands out for its state-specific legal advice, which is included with certain plans or can be purchased monthly or annually for an added fee.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
Price (one-time)
$89 for Basic will plan, $99 for Comprehensive will plan, $249 for Estate Plan Bundle.
Price (annual)
None
Access to attorney support?
Yes
We like it because
LegalZoom’s online will maker, like its other legal services, uses flat-fee pricing and offers attorney assistance for an added fee.
Pros
Attorneys available for consultation in all 50 states.
Flat-fee pricing.
Cons
More expensive than some other online will makers.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
We like it because
LegalZoom’s online will maker, like its other legal services, uses flat-fee pricing and offers attorney assistance for an added fee.
Price (one-time)
$89 for Basic will plan, $99 for Comprehensive will plan, $249 for Estate Plan Bundle.
Price (annual)
None
Access to attorney support?
Yes
LegalZoom only includes a will, living will and financial power of attorney documents with its highest-priced will plan; living trust documents are sold separately. Though its document bundles aren’t as all-inclusive as some other online will services, LegalZoom is still a great choice for its affordable attorney access.
$25 per month for legal advice with Comprehensive plan after first two weeks.
$199 per year for legal advice with Estate Plan Bundle after first year.
Last will and testament
Included in all plans.
Living will
Included in Estate Plan bundle only.
Power of attorney
Financial POA included only in Estate Plan bundle.
Revocable living trust
Sold separately; starts at $279.
Access to live attorney
Included with Comprehensive plan for the first two weeks, then $25 per month after that.
Included with Estate Plan bundle for the first year, then $199 annually.
Customer service
Customer support is available via phone Monday through Friday 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. PT and weekends 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT. Support receives 4.5 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot.
LegalZoom’s online will maker uses a five-step questionnaire covering names, gifts, representatives and special considerations, all of which you’ll fill out before you purchase. After purchasing, you’ll be able to download and print the completed documents.
LegalZoom's will maker benefits and drawbacks
Pros:
Attorneys are available for consultation in all 50 states.
Access to legal advice is $25 per month with the Comprehensive plan and $199 per year with the Estate Plan Bundle.
Cons:
Plan fees are high compared to some other online will makers, some of which are free.
Lowest-priced plan only includes a will, with no additional documents or attorney support.
None of LegalZoom’s will plans include a revocable living trust; you’ll have to purchase it separately. Prices start at $279. Some other online will makers bundle trusts and wills in the same plan.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
Price (one-time)
None
Price (annual)
$99 to $209 per year.
Access to attorney support?
No
We like it because
Nolo’s services are among the most comprehensive on the market.
Pros
Straightforward, user-friendly process.
One year of free updates to your documents.
Access to over 35 estate planning documents depending on plan.
Cons
Software download available with only Windows 8.1/10/11 or macOS 10.13 and higher.
Documents aren’t valid in Louisiana or U.S. territories.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
We like it because
Nolo’s services are among the most comprehensive on the market.
Price (one-time)
None
Price (annual)
$99 to $209 per year.
Access to attorney support?
No
Why we like it: Nolo’s Quicken WillMaker includes dozens of estate planning documents, depending on which plan you choose. All three annual plans help you craft a will with a straightforward questionnaire. Available online or as downloadable software. However, the service doesn’t provide documents valid in Louisiana or U.S. territories, and unlike LegalZoom, there’s no access to live attorney support.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
Price (one-time)
Will: one-time fee of $199 per individual or $299 for couples. Trust: one-time fee of $499 per individual or $599 for couples.
Price (annual)
$19 annual membership fee.
Access to attorney support?
Yes
We like it because
Trust & Will stands out for its quick and easy-to-use process.
Pros
Simple and straightforward process for an online will.
Unlimited updates with an annual membership.
Add a year of attorney support for $300.
Cons
Not great for complex family or financial situations.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
We like it because
Trust & Will stands out for its quick and easy-to-use process.
Price (one-time)
Will: one-time fee of $199 per individual or $299 for couples. Trust: one-time fee of $499 per individual or $599 for couples.
Price (annual)
$19 annual membership fee.
Access to attorney support?
Yes
Why we like it: Trust & Will offers a year of legal support for about the same price as LegalZoom. A one-time will maker purchase includes HIPAA authorization, living will and power of attorney documents, and all documents also ship free for first-time users with state-specific notarization instructions.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
Price (one-time)
Free will template.
Price (annual)
$39.99 monthly access fee for changes and legal support.
Access to attorney support?
Yes
We like it because
Rocket Lawyer stands out for its customer service, which includes the option to contact a lawyer for legal assistance via phone, email or online chat.
Pros
Free seven-day membership trial.
30-minute phone consultation with a lawyer included with membership.
Built-in chat feature to ask a lawyer questions.
Cons
Membership can be costly.
Must have membership to make changes after the trial period expires.
NerdWallet's ratings are determined by our editorial team. The scoring formula takes into account factors such as pricing, ease of use, breadth of offerings, customer service options and more.
We like it because
Rocket Lawyer stands out for its customer service, which includes the option to contact a lawyer for legal assistance via phone, email or online chat.
Price (one-time)
Free will template.
Price (annual)
$39.99 monthly access fee for changes and legal support.
Access to attorney support?
Yes
Why we like it: A Rocket Lawyer membership comes with access to a 30-minute lawyer consultation. With an ongoing subscription, you can continue to get legal advice via phone, email or online chat. The service also offers a free will template without legal support, though you won’t be able to make changes to your document down the road without a membership.
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