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How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Winston County, Alabama?

When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Winston County.

OverviewCosts & FeesHow to FileFind Attorneys

We found 4 estate law firms serving Winston County. Winston County is part of the Northwest Alabama region.

These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Winston County Probate Court.

Alabama allows informal probate, so many families settle straightforward estates in Winston County without hiring an attorney. A probate attorney earns the fee when the estate is contested, includes a business or out-of-state real estate, has unclear or insolvent debts, or when beneficiaries disagree.

Probate attorney fees in Alabama are based on reasonable compensation — typically 2%Ala. Code § 43-2-682 (court fixes reasonable attorney fees at settlement)Verified May 20, 2026 to 4%Ala. Code § 43-2-682 (court fixes reasonable attorney fees at settlement)Verified May 20, 2026 of the estate's value, billed hourly or as a flat fee. Ask a Winston County firm to quote a structure up front.

A probate attorney files the petition with the Probate Court, publishes the required creditor notices, prepares the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. They represent the personal representative — not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if a dispute develops.

Northwest Alabama Firms

Holt Mussleman Feltman & Stinnett

Firm

216 W. Dr. Hicks Boulevard

Florence, AL 35630

Phone:

(256) 766-0503
holtlaw.net →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationGuardianshipWill Contests

Lowe, Mobley, Lowe & LeDuke

FirmEst. 1971

1210 21st Street

Haleyville, AL 35565

Phone:

(205) 486-5296
lowemobleylowe.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust Administration

Statewide Practices

These firms serve clients throughout Alabama.

Eastwood Estate and Probate Law

Solo

2001 Park Place, Suite 510

Birmingham, AL 35203

Phone:

(205) 319-9995
eastwoodprobate.com →
Estate PlanningEstate AdministrationTrust AdministrationElder LawGuardianship

The Harris Firm, LLC

FirmEst. 2005

2101 1st Avenue North, Suite 320

Birmingham, AL 35203

Phone:

(205) 201-1789
theharrisfirmllc.com →
Estate AdministrationEstate PlanningTrust Administration

Frequently Asked Questions

Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Alabama self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.

Alabama uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Winston County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.

Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.

Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.

Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.

Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.

Probate Court

Winston County

25125 AL-195, Suite 1

Double Springs, AL 35553

Phone:

205-489-5219

Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional

Notify Banks & Financial Institutions

Each institution has a separate death claim process. Find yours below.

Ameris Bank

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Bank serving the Southeast and Northeast

Ameris Bank

Auto-Owners Life

Auto-Owners Life logo

Insurance Company serving the Midwest, Southeast, and more

Auto-Owners Life

Bank of Hope

Bank of Hope logo

Bank serving the West, Southeast, and more

Bank of Hope

Cadence Bank

Cadence Bank logo

Bank serving the Southeast, Southwest, and more

Cadence Bank

Centennial Bank

Centennial Bank logo

Bank serving the Southeast, Southwest, and more

Centennial Bank

COUNTRY Financial

COUNTRY Financial logo

Insurance Company serving the Midwest, West, and more

COUNTRY Financial

First Horizon

First Horizon logo

Bank serving the Southeast, Midwest, and more

First Horizon

Hancock Whitney

Hancock Whitney logo

Bank serving the Southeast and Southwest

Hancock Whitney

Huntington

Huntington logo

Bank serving the Southeast, Midwest, and more

Huntington

Keesler Federal

Keesler Federal logo

Credit Union serving Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama

Keesler Federal

Origin

Origin logo

Bank serving the Southeast and Southwest

Origin

PenAir

PenAir logo

Credit Union serving Florida, Alabama and Virginia

PenAir

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