Attorneys charge $100 to $300 per hour on average, depending on their experience and specialization. Attorneys in small towns or those still in training cost $100 to $200 per hour, while experienced lawyers in large cities charge $200 to $400 per hour.
These fees cover research, court filings, travel, documents, and advice. Some attorneys are willing to charge a flat-rate fee for simple projects, such as:
- $700 for an uncontested divorce
- $1,000 for writing a prenup
- $300 for writing a simple will
- $1,200 to write a will for a complex estate