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Texas Estate Planning Guide
How Much Does a Will Cost in Texas?
Attorney fees for a Texas will range widely — often several hundred to several thousand dollars. Here's a straightforward look at what drives the price, and how flat-fee pricing keeps it simple.
By Rick Villarreal, Attorney · Licensed in Texas since 1996
The short answer: it depends on who prepares it and how complex your estate is. Free online forms exist, and at the other end some Texas attorneys charge several thousand dollars for a simple will. Knowing what actually drives the price helps you choose well.
What a will costs in Texas: the real range
For an attorney-drafted will, published Texas pricing generally falls in these bands:
- Simple will — roughly $300 to $800 for a single person with straightforward wishes.
- Moderate — about $750 to $2,500 for a married couple with children, guardianship nominations, and specific bequests.
- Complex — $2,500 to $7,500 or more where blended families, business interests, or trusts are involved.
Online do-it-yourself forms run from free to a few hundred dollars, but they leave the accuracy, the signing formalities, and the self-proving affidavit up to you — and mistakes there are exactly what make a will costly to probate later.
What drives the price
Three things move a will's cost more than anything else:
Complexity of your estate
A single person leaving everything to one or two people is simple. Second marriages, stepchildren, property in more than one state, a business, or conditions on an inheritance all take more drafting — and cost more.
Whether documents are bundled
A will alone costs less than a will plus powers of attorney and a directive to physicians — but bundling those into a complete plan almost always costs less than buying each separately.
Who prepares it
Board-certified specialists and large firms in major metros charge at the top of the range. A focused solo practice with low overhead can offer attorney-prepared documents for far less — without cutting the legal quality.
Flat-fee pricing at MyTexasWills.com
Every document here is prepared by a licensed Texas attorney at a flat fee. You know the full price before anything begins — no hourly billing, no surprises.
| Document | Individual | Couple |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Estate Plan Will, Medical & Durable POA, Directive to Physicians | $595 | $895 |
| Just a Will | $225 | $395two wills |
| Durable Power of Attorney | $125 | $175 each |
| Directive to Physicians | $125 | $175 each |
| Transfer on Death Deed | $175 | $175 covers both spouses |
Trusts are handled by consultation. Call for a quote tailored to your situation.
Why is the flat fee so much lower than a big firm?
Lower overhead, a focused practice, and a streamlined intake process — not a lower standard. Every will is attorney-prepared, properly executed, and includes a self-proving affidavit so it's ready for probate.
Want a price for your exact situation?
Tell us what you need in a quick call — you'll get a flat-fee quote. No obligation, always at no charge.
Is a cheaper will worth it?
Price matters, but the real cost of a will shows up years later, at probate. A will that's ambiguous, improperly signed, or missing a self-proving affidavit can cost your family far more in delay and legal fees than you ever saved up front. The goal isn't the cheapest will — it's a properly prepared one at a fair, predictable price.
What you get for the flat fee
Attorney-prepared documents drafted to Texas law, a self-proving affidavit included, and an attorney on the other end of the phone when you have questions. Most orders are completed within one business day.
This article is general information about Texas law, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every situation is different — for advice about your own will, speak with a licensed Texas attorney.
Know your price before you start
Flat-fee, attorney-prepared documents with no hourly billing and no surprises. Call for a quote tailored to your situation — most orders completed within one business day.
(713) 588-5914Rick Villarreal, Attorney — Texas Estate Planning
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State Bar of Texas since 1996 • Consultations are always at no charge.
State Bar of Texas since 1996 • Consultations are always at no charge.