About WillArbor

What WillArbor is

WillArbor helps families across the United States understand their next step in estate planning and get connected with a licensed estate planning attorney near them. Many families come to us when they need a will, living trust, power of attorney, advance directive, help after a death, or a full estate plan.

We are built for real families, including people who are new to the US or more comfortable in another language. Our goal is simple: make it easier to find the right kind of attorney without pressure or confusing legal language.

If you want help getting started, you can get matched or read more about how it works.

What WillArbor is not

WillArbor is not a law firm, not a lawyer, and does not draft legal documents. Using WillArbor does not create an attorney-client relationship with us.

We provide general educational information only. This is not legal, tax, or financial advice. Estate planning and probate rules vary by state and change over time, so families should speak with a licensed estate planning attorney in their own state before making decisions.

We also do not tell you which attorney you must hire. Your family stays in control: you compare options, choose whether to move forward, and confirm the flat fee in writing before any legal work starts.

How families use WillArbor

Most families come to WillArbor because they want to protect the people they love, but they are not sure where to begin. Some want to name a guardian for children. Some want to avoid probate if possible. Some are trying to settle a parent's estate after a death. Others simply want a basic will and powers of attorney done the right way.

A few common problems we help families understand are dying without a will, out-of-date beneficiary designations, do-it-yourself forms that may not work in their state, a trust that was never funded, and no clear person named to make medical or financial decisions if someone becomes unable to act.

The matching process is simple:
1. You share basic contact information and what you want help with.
2. We help connect you with a licensed estate planning attorney in your state.
3. You decide whether to speak with that attorney and whether to hire them.

You can learn more on our how it works page.

What information we collect

We keep this simple. To help with a match, we collect contact and planning intent only: your name, phone number, optional email, state, what you want to plan, and your preferred language.

We do not ask for asset values, account numbers, Social Security numbers, income, or the contents of your estate documents. We do not need sensitive estate details just to help you take the next step.

If you later choose to speak with an attorney, that attorney may ask for more information as part of their own intake process. That is separate from WillArbor.

How much estate planning usually costs

WillArbor is free for the family. If you hire an attorney, the attorney's legal fee is separate. Most estate planning work is priced as a flat fee, not hourly, but the real cost depends on the documents you need, the complexity of your situation, and the state. These are not quotes.

Very general flat-fee ranges many families see are:
- Simple will package: often about $300-$1,000+
- Wills for a couple: often about $600-$1,500+
- Power of attorney and advance directive documents: often about $100-$500+ each, or included in a package
- Revocable living trust plan: often about $1,500-$4,500+
- More complex estate plans: can be higher

Probate after a death may be billed differently depending on the state and the kind of case. Before any work begins, ask the attorney to explain the fee in writing, what documents are included, what is not included, and whether updates, funding help, court costs, or deed work cost extra.

How WillArbor is paid

WillArbor is free for families who use the service. Participating attorneys pay a flat fee to take part. It is always free for the family to ask for a match.

That payment does not mean an attorney is right for every family, and it does not guarantee any legal outcome. Families should still ask questions, compare attorneys, confirm the attorney is licensed in their state, and decide for themselves who to hire.

If you have questions about WillArbor, you can contact us or get matched when you are ready.