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Coquitlam Estate Lawyers

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Searching for experienced and reputable Estate Lawyers in Coquitlam? Choosing your Estate lawyer doesn’t have to be as daunting as it sounds. We offer a free 30-minute consultation where we get to know you and your situation, and see how we can help. That way, you can make sure our law firm is the right fit for you. 

Onyx Law Group was founded in 2012 and provides the highest level of Estate Litigation, Estate Planning and Probate & Estate Administration to clients in Coquitlam and throughout British Columbia. 

Onyx Law Group serves Coquitlam estates from our New Westminster office; probate has long gone through the New Westminster Law Courts, and since 2025 Tri-Cities families can also file at the Port Coquitlam Supreme Court registry on Mary Hill Road, whichever suits the file.

(604) 900-2538

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    Estates and Trusts Law in Coquitlam

    We’re here to help you navigate the complex web of laws and facts that make up British Columbia Estate Law. Our team is always available to answer your questions, no matter how difficult they may be. We can help you avoid common mistakes and identify creative ways to make claims. We are skilled, compassionate and knowledgeable when it comes to handling matters of your or your family’s estate.

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    Coquitlam Estates & Trusts Litigation

    Estates & Trusts Litigation

    Estate Law is often difficult, as it commonly involves strong emotion and family conflict. We understand that some events from the past can be difficult to deal with. Our approach is careful and considerate so you can feel comfortable discussing your case with us. We want to settle your case quickly and without issue, but our firm is experienced, ready and willing to take your case to trial if necessary. Our Estates and Trust Litigators in Coquitlam provide the following services:

    • Challenging an Executor
    • Contesting a gift
    • Disinherited Child
    • Disinherited Spouse
    • Undue Influence & Lack of Capacity
    • Unjust Enrichment
    • Validity of a Will or Trust
    • Estate Assets
    • Will Disputes

    Estates Planning and Trusts

    We assist you to plan for the event of loss of capacity, your health care, and disposition of your assets on your death. Our Estates Planning and Trusts legal services in Coquitlam include:

    • Alter Ego Trust and Joint Partner Trust
    • Committeeship Applications
    • Disability Trusts
    • Power of Attorney
    • Representation Agreements
    • Wills
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    Coquitlam Probate and Estate Administration

    Probate and Estate Administration

    We know it’s tough losing someone you love, and taking care of their estate afterward can be confusing and scary. But don’t worry, our team is here to help you through every step.

    Our Coquitlam Probate and Estate Administration Lawyers have extensive experience in helping clients obtain a Grant of Probate from the British Columbia Supreme Court. We have experience in handling both contentious and non-contentious estate matters, as well as the litigation necessary to obtain court orders for administering the estate.

    Our Estate Lawyers Serving Coquitlam

    Estate Planning

    Candace Cho

    Principal Lawyer
    Estate Planning

    Sandy Minh Abley

    Associate Counsel
    Probate & Estate Administration

    Veronica Manski

    Associate Counsel
    Estates & Trusts Litigation

    Jackson Todd

    Associate Counsel
    Estate Litigation

    Valerie LeBlanc

    Associate Counsel

    Estates & Trust Litigation, Family Law

    KATYA RICHARDSON

    Associate Counsel 

    Estates & Trusts Litigation

    Kevin Campbell

    Associate Lawyer
    Estates & Trusts Litigation

    Louisa Ledesma

    Associate Lawyer
    Estate Litigation

    TJ Garcha

    Associate Lawyer

    Estates & Trust Litigation

    Jesse Patrao

    Associate Lawyer

    Each client deserves our undivided attention and will be made to feel valued and heard. When clients place their trust in Onyx as their advocate, they can be sure that we will represent them with vigilance, compassion and professionalism.

    Coquitlam Estate Filings After the Port Coquitlam Change

    Coquitlam estate matters have long gone through the New Westminster Law Courts, but that shifted in 2025 when the Port Coquitlam registry began offering full Supreme Court services, civil and family filings included, at its Mary Hill Road location. For Tri-Cities families, probate applications and estate disputes can now be filed closer to home. We work with both registries depending on which suits the file. Our New Westminster office keeps us near the older registry for matters already underway there, while the Port Coquitlam counter is a useful option for new applications from Coquitlam, Burke Mountain or the town centre.

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