LegalZoom Pricing 2026:
What You'll Really Pay (The Full Breakdown)

LegalZoom is the most recognized name in online legal services — and one of the most misunderstood when it comes to pricing. The advertised rates look low: a last will for $89, a living trust for $279, a power of attorney for $35. But the actual cost for most users ends up noticeably higher than the headline prices suggest.

This guide gives you the complete picture: what LegalZoom charges, what each service actually includes, which fees are optional versus expected, and whether LegalZoom is worth the cost compared to alternatives. We'll also tell you when LegalZoom is genuinely the right choice and when you should look elsewhere — like Trust & Will, which offers a more complete estate plan at a comparable or lower total price.

LegalZoom Pricing Table: Every Major Service (2026)

Will Pricing: What You're Getting for $89

LegalZoom's $89 basic will plan gives you one document: a last will and testament. It's professionally attorney-drafted, state-specific, and created through a guided questionnaire. No attorney review, no consultation, just the document itself.

For a simple, straightforward will — married couple, children, clear asset distribution — the $89 document is legally adequate. The document covers standard provisions: executor designation, beneficiary distributions, guardian nomination for minor children, and specific bequests.

The problem: most people don't just need a will. A complete estate plan requires at minimum three documents:

• A last will and testament (who gets your stuff when you die)
• A durable power of attorney (who manages your finances if you're incapacitated)
• A healthcare directive (your medical wishes if you can't speak for yourself)

At LegalZoom, buying all three separately costs $89 + $35 + $35 = $159. Compare this to Trust & Will, which includes all three in a single integrated plan for $199 — with a cleaner interface, better guidance, and no per-document checkout friction. The price difference is modest; the experience difference is significant.

LegalZoom does offer pricing tiers for the will itself: the $89 Basic includes the document only; a higher tier ($99–$159) adds document revision capabilities and attorney-assisted creation. Many users find they're pushed toward higher tiers through the creation flow's upsell prompts.

Living Trust Pricing: The $279 Question

LegalZoom's living trust at $279 is among the pricier self-service options for this document type. The $279 includes the revocable living trust document, a pour-over will (to capture any assets not formally titled in the trust), and a certificate of trust. This is a functional living trust package.

What the $279 doesn't include: attorney review, the durable power of attorney, or the healthcare directive. A true complete living trust estate plan requires all five documents. Adding attorney review ($49–$149) and the two supporting documents ($35 each) brings the actual cost to $394–$494.

Compare this to Trust & Will's Individual Trust Plan at $399, which includes the living trust, pour-over will, power of attorney, healthcare directive, and trust funding instructions — all in one integrated flow, with attorney-reviewed templates, for a price that's equal to or less than LegalZoom's equivalent.

For couples, the math becomes even more lopsided. LegalZoom's trust is priced per individual, so two spouses would pay $279 × 2 = $558. Trust & Will's Couples Trust Plan covers both spouses completely for $499 — saving $59 and providing a more complete package.

LegalZoom vs. Trust & Will: Side-by-Side Comparison

Personal Pro Subscription: When It Makes Sense

LegalZoom's Personal Pro subscription at $9.99/month changes the value equation significantly for users who need multiple documents over time. For $9.99/month you get unlimited document template creation, limited attorney Q&A (30 minutes per year), and document storage and access.

The 30 minutes per year of attorney Q&A is very limited — it's not a meaningful attorney relationship, just enough to ask a couple of clarifying questions. Rocket Lawyer at $39.99/month includes 30 minutes per month, which is dramatically more attorney access if that's a priority.

The subscription is worth it if you're creating multiple documents during a concentrated period — a will, a trust, a POA, and maybe a real estate or business form all in the same month. Used this way, you're getting many documents for $9.99. But set a calendar reminder: the subscription auto-renews, and canceling requires navigating LegalZoom's membership portal.

Hidden Fees and Upsells to Watch For

LegalZoom is a legitimate, publicly traded company. Their fees aren't truly "hidden" — they're disclosed before payment. But the platform is designed to surface additional services at every step, and users who aren't paying close attention can end up spending significantly more than intended.

The Most Common Surprise Costs

• Attorney review prompts: Offered multiple times during will and trust creation. Each prompt looks like a recommended next step rather than an optional add-on. Easy to accept without realizing you're adding $49–$149 to your total.
• Subscription upsell at checkout: The Personal Pro subscription is frequently offered as the default option at checkout, making it easy to inadvertently subscribe when you intended a one-time purchase.
• Registered agent service (LLC): Bundled as the default for business formation. At $249/year, it's 3–5× more expensive than competing registered agent services ($50–$100/year).
• Document revision fees: Some will pricing tiers don't include the ability to revise your document after completion.
• State filing fees: For LLC formation, the advertised "$0 + state fee" can add $50–$500+ in mandatory state filing costs that LegalZoom doesn't control or include.

The practical advice: decide exactly what you need before opening LegalZoom's site. Write down your target documents and prices. During the creation flow, decline everything that wasn't on your list. Read each checkout screen line by line before clicking "Continue."

Is LegalZoom Worth It?

LegalZoom is worth it when:

• You specifically need attorney review of your estate documents (unavailable at Trust & Will)
• You need business formation (LLC, corporation) alongside personal legal documents
• You need trademark registration or IP services
• You're using the Personal Pro subscription and creating multiple documents in a month
• Brand recognition and NASDAQ-listed company stability are meaningful to you

LegalZoom may not be worth it when:

• You just need a complete estate plan — Trust & Will is more integrated and often cheaper total
• You're a couple creating full estate plans — the per-document pricing is expensive compared to Trust & Will
• You want the most guided, user-friendly estate planning experience
• Budget is a primary concern — LawDepot ($33/mo) or Nolo ($99.99/yr) deliver comparable documents cheaper

Full Pricing Comparison: LegalZoom vs. Alternatives

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