Pricing Philosophy
Evergreen Law was built on a simple idea: high-quality estate planning should be accessible to everyone. We’ve streamlined our operations to keep overhead low, passing those savings directly to you. With our transparent flat-fee pricing, you’ll never have to worry about surprise charges or hidden costs. We respect your time and your budget; no long, high-pressure consultations just to find out a price. Below, you’ll find our standard rates for comprehensive, peace-of-mind estate planning.
Estate Plan Prices*
*These prices are subject to change over time or depending on locality, discounts applied, and other salient factors. No price is guaranteed until client signs Engagement Agreement with quote for services.
Value of an Attorney Prepared Plan
Collaboration
Estate planning is a two-step process - you create the plan and then you fund it appropriately. Evergreen Law is happy to strategize with accountants and financial advisors, guiding you on how to properly fund your trusts and manage your assets.
Colorado Expertise
Hiring an attorney with local expertise ensures that you are compliant with state laws and regulations, providing peace of mind that your plan is legally sound.
Customization
A tailored planning approach means your unique circumstances and wishes are reflected in your estate plan, allowing for customized solutions that align with your goals.
Coordination
Coordination in your plan is crucial. Evergreen Law will coordinate all necessary legal documents, such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives, to work together seamlessly and avoid future complications.
Risks of a DIY or Cheap Estate Planning
Risk Category | Common DIY Flaw | Impact | Real Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Conflicting Beneficiary Titles | Assuming a Will automatically overrides a life insurance policy, 401(k), or a Transfer on Death (TOD) deed. | Under Colorado law, asset titles and direct beneficiary designations rule supreme. A DIY Will naming your child as a beneficiary is completely overridden if an uncle is still listed on the actual bank account. | Loss of the entire asset value to unintended recipients, plus thousands in fruitless legal appeals. |
Personal Property Missteps | Vaguely combining sentimental belongings (jewelry, family heirlooms) with general financial assets in one lump clause. | Colorado allows a separate, binding "Memorandum for Tangible Personal Property" only if properly referenced in the Will. If written incorrectly or if it tries to distribute cash/stocks, the gift fails. | $1,500+ in estate mediation or court intervention to resolve sibling disputes over physical items. |
Blended Family & Disinheritance | Failing to account for nuanced spousal rights and using rigid, oversimplified distribution checkboxes. | Colorado law protects surviving spouses via the "Elective Share" (up to 50% of the estate based on marriage length). Simple DIY clauses attempting to disinherit a spouse without a valid pre/post-nuptial agreement will fail. | $15,000+ in bitter family lawsuits and fractured relationships among children and step-parents. |
Outdated POAs | Using generic Power of Attorney (POA) templates that lack specific asset management authority or updated statutory language. | Old or generic forms lack specific "hot powers" (like gifting or changing beneficiaries) and local banks routinely reject them. | $2,000+ for an emergency, court-ordered Conservatorship or Guardianship if you become incapacitated. |
Funding Issues | Setting up a cheap online Living Trust but failing to formally transfer assets, deeds, or accounts into the trust's name. | A trust only controls what it legally holds. Real estate left outside a trust in Colorado requires a formal probate proceeding to transfer ownership, completely defeating the purpose of the trust. | $3,500+ in avoidable Colorado probate administration and deed correction costs. |
Improper Execution & Witnessing | Using generic internet forms that do not strictly comply with specific state signing and notarization laws. | Colorado law requires most Wills to be signed by two witnesses or a notary. If an improperly witnessed Will is contested, the court can throw it out entirely. | $3,000 – $10,000+ in litigation fees to prove a Will’s validity or manage an intestate estate. |
Protecting your family starts with a simple conversation.
Your family’s future is too important for "one-size-fits-all" solutions. Let’s sit down (virtually or in person) to discuss your goals and provide the expert guidance you need to move forward with confidence. With our clear pricing and commitment to your peace of mind, you’ll know exactly what to expect.
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