Power of Attorney Cost Calculator
Estimate legal fees for drafting power of attorney documents.
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This calculator provides general estimates only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws, regulations, and court procedures vary significantly by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed attorney in your area for advice specific to your situation.
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Total Cost
$975.00
≈ 8 pairs of sneakers
How to Use This Calculator
- Select Document Type: Financial POA, Healthcare POA, Both, or Full Package (with living will).
- Set Attorney Hourly Rate and Complexity (Simple, Moderate, Complex provisions).
- Enter Notary Fee and Filing/Recording Fees.
- Review Total Cost and Estimated Hours.
- A comprehensive estate plan (POA + healthcare directive + will or trust) costs $1,000–$5,000 with an attorney.
- Online DIY tools are less expensive but may not meet your state's witnessing and notarization requirements.
How the result changes with Attorney Hourly Rate
| Attorney Hourly Rate | Total Cost |
|---|---|
| $145.00 | $510.00 |
| $383.00 | $1,224.00 |
| $668.00 | $2,079.00 |
| $905.00 | $2,790.00 |
What each input means
- Document Type (1=Financial, 2=Healthcare, 3=Both, 4=Full Package)
- 1=Financial POA only, 2=Healthcare POA only, 3=Both, 4=Full package with living will.
- Attorney Hourly Rate
- Attorney's hourly billing rate.
- Complexity (1=Simple, 2=Moderate, 3=Complex)
- 1=Standard, 2=Custom provisions, 3=Complex conditions or multiple agents.
- Notary Fee
- Notarization fee per document signing.
- Filing/Recording Fees
- County recording or filing fees if applicable.
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input Parameters4 parametersDocument Type (1=Financial, 2=Healthcare, 3=Both, 4=Full Package) = 3, Attorney Hourly Rate = 300, Complexity (1=Simple, 2=Moderate, 3=Complex) = 2, Notary Fee = 25 = 5 input(s) provided
- Calculate Total CostTotal Cost975 = $975
- Calculate Attorney FeesAttorney Fees900 = $900
- Calculate Estimated HoursEstimated Hours3 = 3
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