How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Windham County, Vermont?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Windham County.
We found 13 estate law firms serving Windham County. Windham County is part of the Southern Vermont (Windham/Bennington) region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Windham County Superior Court - Probate Division.
Southern Vermont (Windham/Bennington) Firms
Crispe & Crispe
FirmEst. 1934
114 Main Street
Brattleboro, VT 05302
Phone:
(802) 254-4441crispe.com →
Estate PlanningProbateWillsTrustsBusiness Law
Barr Sternberg Moss Silver & Munson, P.C.
FirmEst. 1981
507 Main Street
Bennington, VT 05201
Phone:
(802) 442-6341barrsternberg.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbate
Costello, Valente & Gentry, P.C.
Firm
51 Putney Road
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 257-5533cvglawoffice.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawLong Term Care PlanningProbateGuardianshipTrust Administration
William C. Deveneau, Esq. PLC
Solo
160 Benmont Ave, Suite C3-80A
Bennington, VT 05201
Phone:
(802) 442-9800wcdesq.com →
Estate PlanningProbateElder LawTaxTrust AdministrationSpecial Needs Planning
Free Consult
Fisher & Fisher Law Offices, P.C.
Firm
114 Main Street
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 254-4488fisherandfisherlawvt.com →
Estate PlanningWillsProbateCommercial Law
Fitts, Olson, Giddings & Ferrara, P.L.C.
Firm
16 High Street
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 254-2345foglaw.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawProbateTrust AdministrationTax
Shriver Law Group
Firm
147 Western Avenue
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 257-7244shriverlaw.com →
Estate PlanningProbateWillsTrustsReal EstateBusiness Law
Secrest & Darrow, PLC
Firm
28 Vernon Street, 5th Floor
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 251-6598secrestdarrow.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawProbateTrust AdministrationMedicaid PlanningSpecial Needs PlanningGuardianship
Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Vermont.
Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC
Firm
199 Main Street, Suite 600
Burlington, VT 05401
Phone:
(802) 863-2375drm.com →
Estate PlanningTrustsTrust AdministrationTaxBusiness SuccessionCharitable Planning
Carroll, Boe & Kite, P.C.
Firm
64 Court St
Middlebury, VT 05753
Phone:
(802) 388-671164court.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateTrust AdministrationTax
Chadwick, Spensley & Fox, PLLC
Firm
136 High Street
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
(802) 257-7161chadwickandspensley.com →
Estate PlanningWillsTrustsProbateMedicaid PlanningElder Law
Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer PC
Firm
30 Main Street, Suite 500
Burlington, VT 05402
Phone:
(802) 864-0880primmer.com →
Estate PlanningProbateTrust AdministrationTaxBusiness Succession
Unsworth LaPlante, PLLC
Firm
26 Railroad Ave
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Phone:
(802) 879-7133unsworthlaplante.com →
Estate PlanningElder LawLong Term Care PlanningProbateTrust 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 Vermont self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Vermont uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Windham 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.
Superior Court - Probate Division
Windham County
30 Putney Road, 2nd Floor
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Phone:
802-257-2800Email:
WindhamUnit@vtcourts.govHours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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