Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio

Re: Attorney's fees

The fees for administrating an estate are negotiable, and will vary with location, that is a large city vs. a small town. Estate administration is typically an hourly engagement. Do not agree to pay anyone a percentage of the estate. If there are no complications, such as a will contest or real estate title problems, you should expect between $3000-$5000. There will also be some miscellaneous filing fees and expenses.

Re: Attorney's fees

Some attorneys in certain Ohio counties still charge by a percentage of the estate, typically in the 2-4% range. Many now charge hourly for actual time incurred. Also depends on the type of matters involved, like litigation would cost extra. Fees are negotiable. Call around.

Re: Attorney's fees

Attorneys fees are negotiable and usually depend on the extent of the services rendered. It would be highly unusual for attys fees to consume 33% of a $100,000 estate. Unless there are some real complications - disputes among beneficiaries and complex title issues, I think you should expect to pay no more than $3,000 - $5,000 - and probably much lower.

Re: Attorney's fees

Such fees are negotiable. A written contract is advised. Re your 33% fee, you may be confusing this fee with a personal injury contingent fee arrangement. For an estate of $100,000 without complications, objections, will contests, real property problems, etc., the fee should range from $2,500 - 5000. Filing fees, costs of appraisals, expert witnesses, tax return preparation, etc., would be extra.