The end of life affects all of us. Whether your assets and affairs are simple and modest, or extensive and complicated, JB Lawyers LLP will work with you and your tax and investment advisors to design and implement an estate plan that provides you and your loved ones with security and peace of mind.

Our team of lawyers and legal assistants have extensive experience with estate planning, incapacity planning, and probate and estate administration. We can help you with all aspects of developing an effective estate plan, ranging from a simple will to complex trusts. We can assist you in appointing the people you trust to manage your financial affairs (power of attorney), and health care affairs (representation agreement) should you lose capacity. We also provide compassion and expertise to advise you in planning for the end.

If you have recently lost a loved one, we can guide you through the often stressful process of estate administration. We will assist you throughout this difficult time, including transferring jointly-held assets, applying to court for a grant of probate or administration, and preparing the final documentation for the distribution of the estate.

We also know that not all families get along. If you and your family members are in conflict over an estate, we will work on your behalf to negotiate a fair settlement and resolution. We favour resolving estates disputes outside of court through negotiation or mediation.

As lawyers, we have the privilege to be with our clients through life’s great joys: buying a house, entering into a new relationship, or starting a new business. However, we are also present for life’s great sorrows: incapacity and death. We are honoured to be here for you and your loved ones.