Law Office of Rachel A. Brooks

Services & Fees

Legal support for Elders, Families, and Caregivers

Areas of Practice

probate

This office is not currently offering Probate services except matters associated with conservatorships.

VULNERABLE ADULT MATTERS

I can help vulnerable persons and those who care about them apply for protection under Washington's Vulnerable Adult Protection Statute.

Estate planning

This office is not currently offering Estate Planning services due to the increase in demand for guardianship and conservatorship services.

Fees and Costs

Depending on the case, my office offers an hourly rate or a flat rate. The hourly rate for most services is $350 per hour. Legal assistant fees are $150 per hour. I keep detailed records of the time spent on each case. I count in six minute increments.  I only work for as long as a case requires, so you’ll never be overbilled for unproductive time.  I do not charge for regular photocopies or regular mail. 

Guardianship, conservatorship, and related fees are often awarded from the estate.  Many guardianship and conservatorship matters are covered through DSHS Medicaid long-term care benefits. Therefore, this office generally does not require trust deposits from health care providers. However, this office may require trust deposits for some matters involving lay petitioners.

My consultation fee is $150.