Wills & Estate Planning

Wills and estate planning involves advance decisions that simplify the lives of your loved ones upon your incapacity, or after your death. It outlines the asset management and property distribution among your family members.

Wills and estate planning affords you the opportunity to ensure that you retain the control to appoint those best suited to manage your finances and personal decisions in the event of mental incapacity or physical infirmity, and outlines the asset management and property distribution among your family members when you pass away.

Schnell Hardy Jones LLP can draft and put in place the proper legal documents to ensure the transfer of assets to your beneficiaries as you intend to prevent conflicts after death. We can help you and your family avoid these situations by being prepared for any unexpected event.

An experienced lawyer can assist you with planning your will and estate distribution. The benefits are:

• Knowledge of and adherence to legal requirements to ensure compliance with formality requirements and to minimize the risk of a will being contested;

• Expertise in drafting complicated documents to avoid ambiguity or confusion;

• Valuable legal advice based on experience;

• A thorough understanding of all applicable provincial and federal laws;

• Customization of documents to reflect your unique situation and ensure compliance with your wishes;

• Assistance with pre-death tax planning, in consultation with other professionals as required, to maximize tax efficiencies in your estate; and

• Knowledge of various types of trust necessary to protect estate property and beneficiaries and ensure your wishes are fulfilled.

We understand that your legacy and your family’s financial security are important to you. Our lawyers will help implement a plan to protect your family’s future.

Contact us for more information.