Wills, Estate, & Trusts

Practical Legal Guidance for Estate Planning and Administration

Hamilton Law Group provides experienced legal services in wills, estates, trusts, and probate. We assist individuals and families with planning for the future, protecting their assets, and managing estate matters with clarity and confidence.

If you are looking for a wills and estates lawyer near you, our firm offers trusted legal advice tailored to your personal and financial circumstances. We focus on clear communication, thoughtful planning, and dependable legal support at every stage.

Wills, Estates and Trust Services

Our lawyers provide comprehensive estate law services designed to address both immediate legal needs and long-term planning goals.

Will Preparation and Review

A properly drafted will helps ensure your wishes are respected and reduces the risk of future disputes. Our wills lawyers assist clients with preparing and reviewing wills that are clear, legally valid, and reflective of their intentions.

Our services include:

  • Drafting simple and complex wills
  • Reviewing and updating existing wills
  • Mirror wills for spouses and partners
  • Planning for blended families
  • Guardianship provisions for minor children

We recommend reviewing your will regularly and updating it after significant life events such as marriage, separation, or changes in assets.

Estate Planning Advice

Estate planning involves more than distributing assets. Our estate planning lawyers help clients plan for incapacity, manage risk, and ensure continuity for loved ones.

Estate planning services include

  • Asset distribution planning
  • Planning for incapacity
  • Powers of Attorney for Property and Personal Care
  • Succession planning for business owners
  • Long-term family and financial planning

Our goal is to help clients create practical estate plans that provide certainty and peace of mind.

Trust Planning

Trusts can be effective tools for managing assets and providing for beneficiaries in specific situations. Hamilton Law Group advises clients on the creation and administration of trusts aligned with their estate planning objectives.

We assist with:

  • Testamentary trusts
  • Trusts for minor beneficiaries
  • Planning for dependents
  • Ongoing trust administration

Probate and Estate Administration

Administering an estate can be complex, particularly for executors serving for the first time. Our probate lawyers provide guidance throughout the probate and estate administration process.

Probate Applications – We assist executors and estate trustees with:

  • Determining whether probate is required
  • Preparing and filing probate applications
  • Obtaining a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee
  • Addressing court and procedural requirements

Our approach focuses on efficiency and accuracy while ensuring compliance with legal obligations.

Executor and Estate Administration Support

Estate administration involves a range of legal and financial responsibilities.

Our lawyers support executors with:

  • Identifying and valuing estate assets
  • Managing estate accounts
  • Notifying beneficiaries and creditors
  • Settling debts and liabilities
  • Distributing assets in accordance with the will

We help executors understand their duties and reduce the risk of personal liability.

Reducing the Risk of Estate Disputes

Clear documentation and proper legal advice can significantly reduce the likelihood of disputes among beneficiaries. Hamilton Law Group emphasizes careful drafting and proactive planning to help clients avoid future conflict.

We assist with:

  • Structuring wills to reduce ambiguity
  • Addressing potential family concerns in advance
  • Ensuring proper execution of estate documents

Wills, Estates and Trust Lawyers Serving Vancouver

Hamilton Law Group assists clients across Vancouver BC with wills, estate planning, probate, and trust matters. Our lawyers provide practical legal advice focused on clarity, compliance, and long-term planning.

If you are searching for a wills lawyer, estate planning lawyer, or probate lawyer, our team is available to help you understand your options and next steps.