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How Much Does a Will Cost in Washington?

Compare will costs across providers in Washington. Includes document purchase, annual subscriptions, life event fees, and probate costs your heirs will pay.

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Will costs in Washington depend on the provider. Online services range from $30-$300 upfront. Attorneys in Washington charge around $388/hour for wills and estates, putting a simple will between $1,164 and $2,328. However, all wills go through probate, which adds 3-8% of estate value in costs for heirs.

Probate costs in Washington typically total 3-8% of estate value, including attorney fees, executor fees, court filing fees, and publication costs. These costs are paid by the estate before assets transfer to beneficiaries, reducing the total inheritance. Estimate the full cost with the Washington probate calculator.

No. All wills must go through probate in Washington. Probate is the court-supervised process that validates the will, pays debts, and distributes assets. A revocable living trust is an alternative that transfers assets to beneficiaries without probate.

Online will services cost $30-$300 upfront compared to $1,164-$2,328 for an attorney in Washington. Either way, the will goes through the same probate process. Total cost depends on subscription fees, amendment charges, and the eventual probate expenses heirs will pay.

Life events like marriage, divorce, or having a child require updating your will. Some online providers require purchasing a new document. Attorney amendments in Washington cost $340 to $680 for minor changes and $1,360 to $2,720 for major restructuring.

Washington has specific requirements for executing a valid will, including witness and notary rules. A will that does not meet these requirements may not be accepted during probate. See the full requirements with the Washington signing requirements tool.

Will Costs in Washington

Will creation costs in Washington range from $30-$300 (online) to $1,164-$2,328 (attorney at $346/hour). Unlike a trust, a will always requires probate, so the true cost includes both the upfront document fee and the probate expenses your family will face later.

Washington probate takes 4 monthsRCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait)Verified May 1, 2026 to 6 monthsRCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait)Verified May 1, 2026 for simple estates. Attorney fees during probate are reasonable compensationRCW 11.48.210 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)Verified May 1, 2026. Estates under $100,000RCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait)Verified May 1, 2026 may qualify for a simplified procedure, but larger estates face the full process. The Washington probate calculator estimates these costs.

Washington has specific rules for signing a valid will, including witness counts and notarization. A will that does not meet these requirements may be rejected by the probate court. The Washington signing requirements outline exactly what is needed.

SimplyTrustSimplyTrust Editorial·Updated May 1, 2026

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  • RCW 11.48.210 (reasonable compensation; no statutory percentage)
  • RCW 11.62.010 (small estate, $100K, 40-day wait)

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