Wills, Estates & Succession Planning

Wills, Estates & Succession Planning

Planning for the future isn’t always easy — but it is essential. Whether you’re protecting loved ones, passing on assets, or preserving your legacy, MapleCrest Immigration Law offers clear, compassionate legal guidance in all matters of wills, estates, and succession planning.

Our lawyers help individuals and families develop customized plans that meet their goals while ensuring legal clarity and peace of mind — in life and beyond.

Common Legal Challenges We Solve

You don't have a will, and you're worried about how your assets will be distributed if something happens.

You recently moved to Canada and need to ensure your foreign and local assets are legally covered.

You're a parent or caregiver who wants to name guardians for minor children and protect their future.

You need help managing or distributing the estate of a deceased loved one.

You want to protect a family business or plan for succession in a tax-efficient and conflict-free manner.

You're facing a dispute over a will or inheritance and need legal representation.

Key Legal Services We Provide

Drafting Wills & Codicils

Legally binding documents that clearly express your wishes for assets, guardianship, and funeral arrangements.

Powers of Attorney & Advance Directives

Appoint trusted individuals to manage your financial or healthcare decisions if you're incapacitated.

Estate Planning for Multinational Families

Addressing cross-border assets, foreign heirs, and immigration status implications.

Trusts & Wealth Preservation Tools

Creation of family, spousal, or testamentary trusts to protect assets and minimize tax burdens.

Probate & Estate Administration

Legal assistance for executors and beneficiaries in managing and distributing estates.

Succession Planning for Business Owners

Structuring smooth business handovers, shareholder agreements, and tax-efficient exits.

Will Challenges & Estate Disputes

Legal representation in cases of undue influence, invalid wills, or inheritance disagreements.

Why Choose MapleCrest for Wills, Estates & Succession Planning?

We take the time to understand your family, your finances, and your values — and we build a legal plan that reflects them.

Personalized Legal Planning

Every client’s situation is unique; so are our legal strategies.

Cross-Border Knowledge

We help immigrants and dual citizens manage estates that span multiple countries.

Family-Centered Approach

Our lawyers guide you with sensitivity, respect, and discretion.

Long-Term Focus

We go beyond wills — helping you plan for succession, minimize taxes, and protect generational wealth.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Without a valid will, your estate will be distributed according to provincial laws, which may not reflect your wishes. The court will appoint someone to administer your estate, and it may create delays and family disputes.

Yes, but foreign assets may be subject to different legal systems. In many cases, we recommend having separate wills for different jurisdictions — we can help structure this properly.

You should review and potentially update your will after major life events — such as marriage, divorce, childbirth, immigration, or a significant change in assets or relationships.

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