Wills and Estates Law in British Columbia

Estates & Trust Lawyers

When it comes to estate law, we are empathetic, creative, and focus on the results you want.

We’re here to help you navigate the complex web of laws and facts that make up Estate law. Our team is always on hand with answers to even your most difficult questions. Whether it’s avoiding common pitfalls or identifying creative ways to make claims; we are skilled, compassionate and well-versed when it comes to handling matters of your or your family’s Estate.

*Free Consultations are available to discuss estate and trust litigation matters

We believe it’s important to know your legal rights and obligations before making any decisions. That’s why we offer 30 minute free consultations to give you the opportunity to discuss your matter with a passionate and knowledgeable lawyer who can advise you on the best steps forward.

Estates and Trust Litigation

Estate Law is almost always painful, rife with emotion and tends to bring out the dysfunction in families. Whether you’re dealing with events from long ago or more recent hurt, we’re careful and considerate in our approach. Although we want everyone to feel comfortable and to resolve your case as quietly and peacefully as possible, we won’t hesitate to prepare for trial when necessary.

Estate 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.

Probate and Estate Administration

The matter of child support is a key facet in ensuring the continuity of your child’s social, educational and recreational pursuits. We will ensure that you know your child’s rights to financial support and that they are protected to the best of our ability.

Estate Lawyers Near You

Aldergrove
Burnaby
Coldstream
Coquitlam
Downtown Vancouver
Dunbar
East Vancouver
Enderby
Fort Langley

Kelowna
Kerrisdale
Kitsilano
Lake Country
Langley
Lavington
Lumby
Maple Ridge
Marpole

Mount Pleasant
New Westminster
North Vancouver
Peachland
Penticton
Pitt Meadows
Port Coquitlam
Richmond
Salmon Arm

Sicamous
Southlands
Summerland
Surrey
Tsawwassen
Vancouver
Vernon
West Point Grey
West Vancouver
White Rock

Wills and Estates Law Blog

May 30, 2023

Contesting a Will Due to Dementia

With the aging population and rising incidence of cognitive disorders such as dementia, challenges to the validity of wills are becomin…

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Can a Notary Probate a Will in BC?

Estate planning is an essential part of preparing for the future, and one question that often arises is whether a notary can prepare a wi…

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Unequal Inheritance Between Siblings in Canada – Case Study

In Canada, the question of whether an inheritance should be distributed equally between siblings has been a subject of legal debate. In…

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How Long Do You Have to Contest a Will in BC?

There are many reasons to contest a Will. You may want to contest a Will if you have been disinherited, received much less than your sibl…

May 3, 2023

How Long Does Probate Take in BC?

Immediately after a loved one’s death, you are dealing with complex emotions while planning a funeral and trying to find their Will. What…

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Wills and Succession Act BC: A Comprehensive Guide

How do you know if a Will is valid? Can anything be done to fix an invalid Will? What happens if a loved one dies without a Will? What ar…

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