Lawyers for Wills and Powers of Attorney in Canada

A Will is important if you want to be the ultimate decision maker regarding your assets and who is to inherit them after your death. Without a Will, there can be legal complications and conflicts among your family members. Also, in the absence of a Will the law decides what happens to your assets and who will inherit them on the basis of your relationship with your family members. A Will only come into effect after your death, and if you become mentally or physically disabled, it is of no effect. In such an event, a Power of Attorney can give someone the legal authority to act on your behalf.

There are two main kinds of Powers of Attorney. The most prevalent is the Power of Attorney over Property. It gives the power to a trusted person to sign documents and manage your assets on your behalf in the event that you are unable to manage them yourself.
The second Power of Attorney is the Power of Attorney for Personal Care or a Living Will. It gives the power to a designated person to make decisions about your care on your behalf if you are unable to communicate your directions. Even in circumstances where it is obvious who would be the decision-maker, such as when you have a spouse, life can still be unpredictable. Therefore, it is better to plan and ensure your wishes are followed by appointing someone to act on your behalf. A lawyer will consider the contingencies and address them adequately.

ImmiLaw lawyers will prepare your Will and discuss and guide you through the estate planning process. We will record your wishes as to what you plan to leave to whom after your death. Thereafter, you can also share other information, clarifications, and instructions via phone or email. We will then prepare the draft for your review and make any necessary changes. In the next appointment at the office, you can confirm the draft and sign the Will in front of witnesses.

Probate of Estates

Executors and Executrixes must understand the significant legal responsibilities of their role and seek help to interpret the legal aspects of the Last Will, as well as applicable laws, when there is no Will. Probate Applications are complex, and mistakes in paperwork can result in delays. ImmiLaw Immigration lawyers provide legal guidance on all matters related to the Probate of Estates, whether a Will is in place or not. Throughout the probate process, we will support you by representing and guiding you.

Feel free to contact our  lawyers for legal help regarding wills and powers of attorney in Canada.