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Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS)
Certification Voluntary. It proves competence, but nobody is stopped from working without it.
They’re an attorney with proven expertise in estate law, meeting rigorous ethical and educational standards
- Offered by
- NAEPC, ABA-accredited
- Who it's for
- Licensed attorneys with a JD and 5+ years in estate planning
- Format
- Written exam or LL.M., continuing education, peer references
- Time commitment
- Varies
- Cost
- ~$600
- Website
- naepc.org
Key skills covered
- Estate, trust, and tax law
- Probate and administration
- Charitable and asset protection strategies
- Professional conduct
Costs, eligibility, and renewal requirements are set by the issuing body and change without notice. Confirm the current requirements with them before you enroll or sit an exam.
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