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Understanding the Cost of Estate Planning 

Estate planning is more than signing documents. At Family Estate Planning Law Group, we combine clear guidance, coordinated teamwork, and lifelong support to make sure your plan works when it matters most.

Oct 10, 2025

by Family Estate Planning Law Group

Samantha Caezza and Alicia Ridgley
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When families begin thinking about estate planning, one of the first questions we hear is, “How much does it cost?” What most families really want to understand is what they’re investing in—and how to make sure their plan actually works for their loved ones. 

At Family Estate Planning Law Group, we believe the real value of estate planning comes from creating a plan that works when it’s needed most and continues to serve your family as life changes. 

The Problem: Most Plans Stop at the Paperwork 

Many firms focus on documents. They’ll prepare a will or a trust, hand you a binder, and consider the job complete. And while documents are very important and absolutely needed, they’re only part of a true, comprehensive estate plan. 

Life doesn’t stand still. Accounts move, beneficiaries change, and laws shift. Without regular attention, even a beautifully written trust can fail to work the way you intended. Families who thought everything was “set” can face unexpected court involvement or delays because their plan wasn’t maintained. 

The FEPLG Approach: A Team That Plans With You 

From your very first conversation, you’ll notice something different. Estate planning with our firm is a team effort.
You’ll meet professionals who listen carefully, explain the process clearly, and coordinate behind the scenes to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. 

Before you even hire us, our attorneys and support team help you understand what a working plan looks like—not just a set of documents, but a coordinated system built around your goals, assets, and family. 

Once you decide to move forward, you’ll be introduced to your Client Care Concierge, who becomes your go-to contact throughout the process. They make scheduling easy, ensure communication stays clear, and help your family stay connected to our team well after your plan is signed. 

Because we work on a flat-fee basis, you always know your cost upfront. You can reach out anytime without worrying about hourly bills. That allows us to focus on what matters most—helping you feel confident, informed, and cared for. 

Beyond the Plan: Ongoing Care Through the Generations Program 

Your relationship with us doesn’t end when your documents are signed. It continues through our Generations Program, a relationship-based system that ensures your plan stays current, coordinated, and effective as life evolves. 

This program connects your entire support network through: 

  • FamilyConnect – We help your loved ones understand your plan and know what to do when the time comes. 
  • LawyerConnect – We coordinate with your other attorneys to ensure your estate plan aligns with all legal aspects of your life. 
  • AdvisorConnect – We work directly with your financial advisors, accountants, and insurance professionals to make sure every asset is properly titled and aligned. 

These connections create a unified team that serves your family together, not separately. 

And within the Generations Program, you’ll experience additional benefits through five key components: 

GENAccess 

Enjoy focused support with a dedicated Client Care Concierge, flexible meetings, 24/7 access to your documents, and connections to a trusted professional network. 

GENEducation 

Empower yourself and your family with monthly blogs, educational materials, and a comprehensive webinar series designed to keep you informed about estate planning and ongoing law changes. 

GENCollab 

Benefit from seamless collaboration with your professional advisors, ensuring your estate plan aligns with the strategies of your entire professional team. 

GENAlignment 

Maintain a clear and organized overview of your assets with annual reviews and biennial evaluations so your estate plan evolves with your needs. 

GENUpdates 

Stay ahead with proactive document reviews, regular touchpoints, and family meetings to keep your estate plan up to date and your loved ones informed. 

Together, these features create a proactive system of care that ensures your plan is not only built right—but stays right. 

The Result: A Relationship That Lasts 

When you plan with FEPLG, you’re not just creating legal documents. You’re building a lasting relationship with a team that knows your family, understands your goals, and stays connected as life unfolds. 

Life is full of transitions—marriages, new homes, business changes, growing families, or the loss of a loved one. During those times when you aren’t sure what you need or where to start, our team is here to guide you. We’ll help you understand your options, adjust your plan, and make confident decisions that fit your current season of life. 

By staying in touch, coordinating with your advisors, and reviewing your plan together over time, we help ensure your wishes and your family’s needs remain aligned. 

Our goal is simple: to give you confidence that your plan—and the people behind it—will be here whenever you need us. 

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