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WILLS AND ESTATES

A properly drafted Last Will is essential for a good estate plan.  Over the years, we have developed an expertise in assisting clients prepare a sound and effective estate plan.  For the process to be effective, advice is not limited to legal input.  A knowledgeable financial planner, insurance agent and accountant is as important as good legal advice and drafting.  The approach is multi-disciplined and a knowledgeable client is the best start to a good estate plan.  Original Wills are stored in fire-proof cabinets and copies are stored electronically off-site.   In addition to your Last Will and Testament, it is important to have a Personal Care Power of Attorney and a Continuing Power of Attorney in place.  The laws related to powers of attorney have changed significantly in the last few years and a review of this aspect of your estate is important in order to minimize governmental interference in the affairs of your family and those you wish to provide for.  We have over the years acted for a number of trust companies and have assisted in the preparation of last wills and testaments for their clients.  We have also assisted many clients with the administration of the estates at the appropriate time.

In order to prepare (or update) an existing Last Will and Powers of Attorney, please complete our Last Will and Power of Attorney Intake Form available in either Microsoft Word or Corel Wordperfect.  Simply download the document via the link below, print it off and send the completed appropriate portion of the form to us by email, fax or Canada Post and we will contact you for an appointment.  If you do not have access to a printer then please call our office at (905) 826-5670 and we can set up an appointment for you to drop in and pick up a blank form from Reception.

Schedule of Fees - Wills & Powers of Attorney
Our Base Fees*:

 

Last Will and Testament for 1 person       $200.00*
Last Will and Testament for Husband & Wife       $300.00* ($150.00 each)
Codicil to Last Will and Testament       $150.00*
Power of Attorney for Personal Care       $50.00/person*
Continuing Power of Attorney       $50.00/person*

[*fee may vary depending on complexity of estate]

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RELATED LINKS:

Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
1-800-366-0335
Toronto (416) 314-2863
Ottawa (613) 241-1202
 

Probates and Wills Office
Toronto (416) 326-2940