State-specific estate planning documents, created through our platform using attorney-designed templates. For families who don't need a full-service law firm, but won't settle for a DIY template. Starting at $445.
If you're incapacitated and no one has legal authority to act, your family petitions the court for guardianship. That process alone can take months.
$15,000 – $30,000 in legal feesBond requirements. Court oversight. Annual reporting. Attorney fees that compound for years. Probate without planning is the most expensive way to settle an estate.
Years of fees & court oversightYour Will still goes through probate. Your family still waits months. Your assets are still public record. A Trust changes all of that.
Probate costs 3 to 7% of your estate"The most expensive estate plan is the one your family pays for in court after you're gone."
Simple, guided, and done in days. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before you sign.
You will be invited to complete a brief intake form in your client portal. Share your goals, family structure, and key priorities. Plain English, no legal jargon.
Your Planning Specialist (a non-attorney LawBits team member) walks you through how the platform works, helps you select the right plan, and answers questions about your documents. This call is optional.
Your inputs and specialist guidance generate professional estate planning documents, state-specific and built on proven strategies from thousands of estate plans.
Your completed documents are delivered with clear signing guidance and notary instructions. We recommend having an attorney review them before you sign.
Want an attorney to review your documents? FreedomCounsel, a separate law firm, offers paid consultations for customers in NY and NJ. You book and pay them directly. Learn more →
Every LawBits plan includes the essential estate planning documents for your situation, drafted to your state's legal requirements. Trust Plans include everything in the Will Plan, plus a Revocable Living Trust package.
Included in both plans
Designates someone you trust to manage your finances and legal matters if you can't.
Appoints someone to make medical decisions on your behalf when you're unable to communicate.
Gives your designated contacts legal access to your medical records and health information.
Documents your wishes for end-of-life medical care: life support, resuscitation, and comfort measures.
Specifies your preferences for burial, cremation, or other arrangements, so your family doesn't have to decide during grief.
The cornerstone of your estate plan. Names your beneficiaries, guardians for minors, and how your assets are distributed.
Everything above, plus these three documents
Holds your assets during your lifetime and distributes them to your beneficiaries after death, without going through probate.
A summary document that proves your trust exists and identifies the trustee, without revealing the full contents of your trust.
A safety net will that captures any assets not already in your trust at death, and transfers them into your trust automatically.
See how LawBits compares to DIY form services and full-service law firms.
| Form-Based Services | Full-Service Law Firm | LawBits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional estate planning documents | Generic fill-in-the-blank | Full attorney-drafted | State-specific, attorney-designed templates |
| Guidance before you decide | You figure it out alone | Planning Specialist walks you through it | |
| Optional attorney review available | Not available | Built into full-service pricing | Optional attorney review (NY & NJ) |
| Attorney-client privilegeLegally protected confidentiality for what you share with your attorney | None | Full, throughout | If you engage an attorney separately |
| Transparent, flat-fee pricing | Low cost, template quality | Typically $3,000–$10,000+ | Will from $445 · Trust from $1,045 |
| Fast turnaround | Instant. You do the work | 2–6 weeks | Days, not weeks |
We built LawBits for families who want state-specific estate planning documents delivered efficiently and affordably, generated from templates designed by licensed attorneys.
Every document is generated from templates designed by licensed attorneys and built on proven strategies from thousands of estate plans. State-specific, not generic fill-in-the-blank.
No surprise add-ons. No hidden tiers. Will Plans from $445. Trust Plans from $1,045. Every plan includes all your documents at one flat price.
Currently available in New York and New Jersey, with plans to expand to all 50 states. Every plan meets the same high standard, built on proven estate planning strategies.
We explain everything in plain English, so you understand exactly what each document does and why it matters before you sign.
We're expanding nationwide. Join the waitlist to be first in line when we launch in your state.
Not in New York or New Jersey? Drop your email — we'll notify you the moment LawBits launches in your state.
Estate planning isn't about how much you have. It's about protecting what matters.
"You're building something. A career, a savings account, maybe a family. You didn't build it so a court could decide what happens to it."
"You chose their school. You chose their doctor. Choose who takes care of them if you can't."
"Life changed. Your documents should too. Old beneficiaries, outdated directives. We replace them with ones that reflect who you are now."
We would rather tell you upfront than take your money and leave you with the wrong plan. If any of these describe your situation, you'll be better served by a full-service firm.
Estates over $5 million or with significant business interests need bespoke planning we don't offer.
Real estate in multiple states or significant international holdings require coordinated counsel across jurisdictions.
If you anticipate disputes among heirs or are in a contested family matter, you need an attorney advocating for you directly.
Medicaid planning, asset protection, and future care costs are outside the scope of our flat-fee plans.
Special needs trusts, charitable trusts, and ongoing trust administration sit outside the scope of our flat-fee plans.
If any of these situations apply to you, schedule a consultation with FreedomCounsel first.
Schedule a ConsultationEvery plan includes the six documents your family needs, generated from templates designed by licensed attorneys.
Six essential documents, drafted to your state's legal requirements. The right fit for most families.
Everything in the Will Plan, plus three trust documents. Best when you own a home or have young children. Keeps assets out of probate.
No surprise fees. No add-ons. No hidden tiers. One price covers everything listed above.
If your documents haven’t been generated yet and you feel LawBits isn’t the right fit, we’ll refund your purchase in full, no questions asked. We’d rather tell you that you need a different solution than leave you uncertain.
Everything you need to know before getting started.
Most plans go from start to signed documents in days, not months. You'll complete a short online intake, have an optional planning call with a Planning Specialist, and your six documents are generated for your review. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before signing.
LawBits is a software platform that helps you create high-quality, state-specific estate planning documents (wills, trusts, and powers of attorney) through a guided online experience. The documents are generated from templates designed by licensed attorneys. We're not a law firm and don't provide legal advice, and we recommend having an attorney review your documents before signing.
LawBits is a software platform, not a law firm. There are no partners to compensate, no corner offices, no hourly billing. Our software handles the repetitive parts of estate planning, including intake and state-specific document generation, which is how a Will Plan can start at $445 instead of $3,000+. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before signing.
Everyone over 18. Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. It's about making sure your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for if something unexpected happens.
Currently serving New York and New Jersey, with plans to expand. Every document is customized for your state. If you're in another state, join our waitlist to be notified when we launch in your area.
A will takes effect after you pass away and goes through probate court. A trust manages and transfers your assets privately, helping your family avoid the delays and costs of probate.
Probate is the court process that settles an estate. It's often slow, public, and expensive. A trust keeps things private and efficient, saving your loved ones time, money, and stress.
A POA lets someone you trust handle your finances or legal matters if you can't. LawBits creates clear, state-specific POAs that ensure your chosen agent can act on your behalf when needed.
This document ensures your medical wishes are honored if you're unable to speak for yourself. You choose who can make healthcare decisions and express your values clearly in advance.
Check your plan every few years, or after major life changes like marriage, divorce, or a new child, to make sure it still fits your life and goals.
Without a will or trust, state law decides who inherits your property and who cares for your children. LawBits ensures those choices are made by you, not the court.
Every LawBits plan begins with a short online intake that helps us understand your goals and family situation. A Planning Specialist can guide you through the next steps (this call is optional). Your information is used to generate customized documents from templates designed by licensed attorneys for your state. Your completed documents are securely delivered, ready for your review and signing with the included instructions. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before you sign.
Your documents are generated by our software from templates designed by licensed attorneys and built to your state's legal requirements. We recommend having an attorney review them before you sign.
Will Plans start at $445 (Solo) and $645 (Married). Trust Plans start at $1,045 (Solo) and $1,245 (Married). Every plan includes all your documents. No surprise fees, no add-ons, no hidden tiers.
Yes. Your plan includes three document updates within the first year, which you can use for life changes like marriage, divorce, or new children. Small corrections within 14 days of generation (like a typo or spelling fix) are free and don't count against your three updates. Additional updates beyond the three, or any update after the first year, are $150 each.
We use bank-level encryption, secure cloud storage, and strict privacy standards. Your data and documents remain confidential and are never shared without your consent.
Yes. Every document is generated to meet your state's legal requirements. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before signing to confirm they fit your specific situation.
Absolutely. LawBits walks you through naming primary and backup guardians, so you know your children will always be cared for by the people you trust most.
LawBits gives you the documents, but we're not a law firm and don't provide legal advice. We recommend having an attorney review your documents before signing. If your situation is complex, attorney review is especially important.
No. LawBits is a software platform that generates your estate planning documents. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice or attorney services. If you'd like an attorney to review your documents, we recommend doing so before you sign. For NY and NJ customers, we can refer you to a separate law firm you would engage and pay directly.
We strongly recommend it. Our software generates state-specific documents from templates designed by licensed attorneys, but they are not reviewed by an attorney for your individual situation. Having an attorney review your documents before you sign helps confirm they fit your specific circumstances.
A law firm provides legal advice and represents you. LawBits provides software that generates documents based on your answers. We don't give legal advice or review your documents for your specific situation. That software focus is what keeps our pricing a fraction of full-service legal fees. When you want legal advice, you engage an attorney separately.
FreedomCounsel is a separate law firm (not LawBits) that offers paid attorney consultations for customers in New York and New Jersey. If you'd like professional review of your documents, you can book and pay FreedomCounsel directly. LawBits and FreedomCounsel are separate businesses, and using LawBits doesn't create any relationship between you and FreedomCounsel.
Yes. Your plan can cover digital assets (passwords, online accounts, and cryptocurrency) so your digital life is handled just as carefully as your physical estate.
A comprehensive LawBits plan typically includes:
Together, these protect your family, finances, and healthcare choices, all in one clear, legally valid plan.
Six documents. State-specific. Done in days, not months.