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Sarah Mitchell

Estate Planning Editor · Law-Trust.com
Location: Austin, Texas Covering: Estate Planning since 2022 Articles published: 80+

Sarah Mitchell is the Estate Planning Editor at Law-Trust.com, where she leads independent reviews and comparisons of online will and trust services. She has spent the past four years analyzing the growing market of digital estate planning tools, testing each platform hands-on to give readers honest, actionable guidance on protecting their families.


Before joining Law-Trust.com, Sarah spent six years in consumer financial publishing, covering personal finance, insurance, and legal services at major digital media outlets. Her work has been cited by personal finance educators, estate planning attorneys, and consumer protection advocates across the US and UK.


All content published under Sarah's byline is reviewed by James Hartley, J.D. (Texas Bar), a licensed estate planning attorney who verifies legal accuracy before publication.

Editorial Standards & Credentials

Core Topics

Wills, living trusts, power of attorney, healthcare directives, probate avoidance, online legal services

Markets Covered

United States (all 50 states), United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Ireland, India

How She Tests

Complete account creation, document generation, and customer service evaluation for each platform reviewed

Editorial Independence

Rankings determined solely by testing scores, never by affiliate commission rates

Articles by Sarah Mitchell

Best Online Will Makers 2026: Tested, Compared & Ranked Best Online Living Trust Services 2026 Best Power of Attorney Services Online 2026 Best Healthcare Directive Services Online 2026 Living Trust vs Will 2026: Which Does Your Family Need? LegalZoom Review 2026: Is It Worth the Cost? Trust & Will Review 2026: Honest Assessment LegalZoom vs Trust & Will 2026: In-Depth Comparison Rocket Lawyer Review 2026 Nolo WillMaker Review 2026 How to Avoid Probate in 2026: 7 Proven Strategies How Much Does Estate Planning Cost in 2026? Types of Trusts Explained: Complete Guide