What Wills & Estates Providers Can Help With
Wills & Estates Providers in Vancouver
Morris Notary
Vancouver — 104 - 375 Water Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6
A downtown Vancouver notary public offering same-day services including real estate transfers, wills, and powers of attorney.
Patricia Wright Notary Public
Vancouver — 610 - 1112 W Pender St, Vancouver, BC V6E 2S1
A Vancouver notary public offering residential conveyancing and personal planning document services.
Lexeon Law Corporation
North Vancouver — 267 Esplanade W #209, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A5
A North Vancouver law firm providing real estate, wills, and business law services with a modern approach.
Shiva Ghayem Notary Public
North Vancouver — 104 E 3rd Street, North Vancouver, BC V7L 1E6
A North Vancouver notary public providing residential real estate transactions, wills, powers of attorney, and document certification.
Community Legal Services (North Shore Community Resources)
North Vancouver — #201 – 935 Marine Drive (2nd Floor Capilano Mall) North Vancouver, BC V7P 1S3
Provides free legal information, advice, and advocacy services to eligible individuals on a wide range of legal issues including family law, landlord-tenant disputes, employment, income assistance,...
North Shore Law LLP
North Vancouver — 6th Floor, 171 West Esplanade North Vancouver, BC V7M 3J9 Canada
A law firm in North Vancouver providing comprehensive legal services for business, family, and personal matters since 1973.
Silver Law (Silver & Associates Law Corporation)
North Vancouver — Silver Law Office #301 – 145 15Th St. W North Vancouver, BC V7M 1R9
A North Vancouver law firm specializing in personalized and cost-effective legal services since 2007, focusing on real estate, wills and estates, and corporate law.
Lynn Valley Law
North Vancouver — 3161 Mountain Hwy North Vancouver BC V7K 2H4
A law firm in North Vancouver with over 30 years of experience, offering legal guidance in estate planning, real estate law, and family property and support issues.
Questions to Ask Before Hiring
Frequently Asked Questions
Is probate required for all estates in BC?
Not all estates require probate. Probate is generally required when the deceased owned assets solely in their name, such as real property or financial accounts above a certain threshold. Assets held jointly or with named beneficiaries (like RRSPs or life insurance) typically pass outside of probate.
How long does probate take in BC?
The timeline for probate in BC varies depending on the complexity of the estate and court processing times. Simple estates may be resolved in several months, while complex or contested estates can take considerably longer. An estate lawyer can give a more specific estimate based on your circumstances.
What is the probate fee in BC?
BC charges a probate fee (also called estate administration tax) based on the gross value of the estate. The fee applies to the value of assets that pass through the estate. An estate lawyer can calculate the applicable fee for a specific estate.
What is a variation claim in BC?
Under BC's Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA), a spouse or child of a deceased person may apply to vary a will if they were not adequately provided for. This is called a variation claim. There are strict time limits for bringing such a claim, so legal advice should be sought promptly.
What happens if someone dies without a will in BC?
If a person dies without a valid will (intestate), their estate is distributed according to BC's intestacy rules under WESA. The distribution depends on the family relationships of the deceased. An administrator is appointed to manage the estate in place of an executor.
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