Law Office of Rachel A. Brooks

Services & Fees

Legal support for Elders, Families, and Caregivers

Areas of Practice

trust administration

We advise trustees and other fiduciaries on their duties and can petition the court to approve accountings and to terminate or modify trusts.

VULNERABLE ADULT MATTERS

We 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 services.

LITIGATION

Our staff has extensive litigation experience and can represent clients in contested guardianship, trust and probate matters.  We make every effort to help clients reach mutually agreeable outcomes, but if the case calls for it, we are ready to proceed to trial. 

Fees and Costs

Depending on the case, we offer an hourly rate or a flat rate. The hourly rate for most services is $300 per hour. Legal assistant fees are $150 per hour. We keep detailed records of the time we spend on each case. We count in six minute increments.  We only work for as long as a case requires, so you’ll never be overbilled for unproductive time.  We do not charge for regular photocopies or regular mail. 

Guardianship, conservatorship, and probate fees are often awarded from the estate.  Many guardianship and conservatorship matters are covered through DSHS Medicaid long-term care benefits. Therefore, in many cases, you may be able to have your attorney fees and costs reimbursed. We require trust deposits for some matters.

Our consultation fee is $150. We accept credit cards for fees and trust deposits.

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