Estate Planning in North Dakota

North Dakota ( ND)
Average: $1,300
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$300
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$1,300
Typical Estate Planning Case
High Estimate
$3,500
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $150/hr $225/hr $375/hr
Total Cost Estimate $300 $1,300 $3,500

What to Know About Estate Planning Costs in North Dakota

ND has no estate or inheritance tax. Simplified probate available for small estates under $50,000.

Sources: State Bar Association, NCOA Estate Planning Guide 2024 (ND)

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