How much does probate cost in South Carolina?
South Carolina has no statutory percentage fee — attorneys bill hourly or a flat fee. Informal probate keeps costs down, and small estates under $25,000 can use a simplified procedure.
- No statutory percentage fee — South Carolina attorneys typically bill $200-$350/hour or a flat fee for an uncontested estate.
- Court filing fees generally run about $100-$200, plus publication costs.
- A small-estate procedure is available for estates of $25,000 or less — a simplified collection process without full probate.
- Kindred's flat administrative fee takes the months of paperwork off your plate without lawyer hourly rates for the administrative work.
Estimate your South Carolina costs
≈ 45 hours of admin and legal work, all billed at lawyer rates.
Kindred + your attorney
Estimated difference vs. a full-service firm
$5,500
+ about 150 hours of your own time
Full-service estimated at $250–$400/hr for ~45hours; the attorney figure is an illustrative fixed fee. Illustrative only — not a quote or legal advice. Figures vary by estate. We're not a law firm; an independent attorney always handles the legal work.
Common questions
How much does probate cost in South Carolina?
No statutory percentage fee — attorneys typically bill $200-$350/hour or a flat fee. Filing fees run about $100-$200. Estates under $25,000 can use a simplified small-estate procedure. These are illustrative figures; actual costs vary by estate.
Last verified June 2026. Figures are illustrative and vary by estate — not a quote or legal advice. Kindred is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice; we handle the administrative work and coordinate an independent attorney where one is legally required.
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