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Wills & estates
Protect the people you love, no matter what comes
A clear, legally valid will and estate plan, prepared step by step. Your first half-hour consultation is free.
At a glance
- Free half-hour consultation
- Wills and estate planning
- Guardians for minor children
- Probate and estate administration
- Gentle support for grieving families
How we help
Simple, careful planning for your family's future
Planning your estate can feel daunting, so we make it simple. We take time to understand your family, your assets and your wishes, then prepare a will that says exactly what you want and names the people you trust to carry it out.
If you’ve lost a loved one, we also guide executors through probate and estate administration with patience and care, so the legal burden doesn’t fall on your shoulders.
This page is for you if:
- You don't have a will yet, or yours is out of date
- You've had a child, married, separated or bought property
- You want to name a guardian for your children
- You've been named executor of someone's estate
- A loved one has died and you don't know where to start
What we do
Wills and estate services, from planning to probate
Whether you’re planning ahead or settling an estate, we’re here to help.
Will drafting
A clear, legally valid will that says who receives your assets and who will carry out your wishes.
Guardianship for minor children
Name the person you trust to care for your children if something happens to you.
Estate planning
Practical strategies to protect your assets and reduce stress and cost for the people you leave behind.
Trusts for children and loved ones
Make sure assets are managed responsibly until your children are older or for a family member who needs support.
Probate applications
Probate confirms your executor’s authority. We prepare and file the application for you.
Estate administration
Guidance for executors, from gathering assets and paying debts to distributing the estate correctly.
Free half-hour consultation
Not sure where to start? Your first 30 minutes are free.
Bring your questions about your will or power of attorney. You’ll leave with clear answers and a plan, with no obligation.
What to expect
How making your will works
Most wills are ready to sign within a few weeks of your first meeting.
Free consultation
We discuss your family, your assets and your wishes, and answer your questions.
We prepare your draft
We draft your will, and powers of attorney if you need them, in plain language.
Review together
We go through every clause with you and make any changes you want.
Sign and store safely
You sign in front of two witnesses, as Ontario law requires, and we explain how to store it safely.
Common questions
Wills and estates questions, answered
What happens if I die without a will in Ontario?
Ontario law decides who inherits, and the result may not match your wishes. Common-law partners don’t automatically inherit, and a family member must apply to court to manage your estate.
Is a will I wrote myself valid?
A handwritten (holograph) will can be valid if it’s entirely in your handwriting and signed. But DIY wills often miss details or are unclear, which can lead to costly disputes.
How often should I update my will?
Review it after major life events, such as marriage, separation, the birth of a child or buying property, and every few years otherwise. Separation can also change how your will treats your spouse under Ontario law, so it’s worth a review.
What does an executor do?
An executor, called an estate trustee in Ontario, gathers the assets, pays debts and taxes, and distributes what’s left according to the will. We can guide you through each step.
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Protect your family's future today
Book your free half-hour consultation and leave with a clear plan.