Wills & Power of Attorney Lawyer in Mississauga
Most people know they should have a will. Fewer realize that without powers of attorney, your family may have to go to court just to pay your bills if you're ever too sick to do it yourself. We prepare wills, Islamic wills and both Ontario powers of attorney for families in Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville and across the GTA.
Most clients finish everything in one or two meetings, and we can witness documents by video when travelling to us isn't practical. A simple will and both powers of attorney is generally $1,000 to $1,500 plus HST and disbursements. See fees.
We speak English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabiاردوहिन्दीਪੰਜਾਬੀ
What to expect
- The price is clear. A simple will and both powers of attorney is generally $1,000 to $1,500 plus HST and disbursements.
- It's quick. Most clients finish in one or two meetings.
- Sign by video. Where Ontario law allows, you can sign from home.
- Your language. English, Urdu, Hindi or Punjabi.
Wills, Islamic Wills & Powers of Attorney
Choose what you need below. Many clients do a will and both powers of attorney together.
Wills & Mirror Wills
A clear, properly signed Ontario will that names your executor, looks after your children and leaves your estate the way you want.
- Wills for individuals
- Mirror wills for couples
- Updating an older will
- Secondary wills where they can reduce estate administration tax
Islamic Wills →
Wills that follow the Islamic shares and the one-third wasiyya, drafted to work under Ontario law.
- Fara'id shares and wasiyya
- Ontario rules that can override a will
- Guardians and children's trusts
- Property outside Canada
Powers of Attorney →
The two Ontario documents that let someone you trust manage your money and your health decisions if you can't.
- Continuing power of attorney for property
- Power of attorney for personal care
- Getting a POA for an ageing parent
- Reviewing an older POA
Planning for a Family Member With a Disability →
Wills that use a Henson trust so a child or relative on ODSP can benefit without losing their support.
- Henson trust wills
- Choosing trustees
- Coordinating with ODSP rules
How much does a will and power of attorney cost?
You'll know the price before we start. Most families fall into the first range.
Simple will and powers of attorney
$1,000 to $1,500 + HST & disbursements
For a straightforward situation.
- Your will
- Continuing power of attorney for property
- Power of attorney for personal care
More complex planning
Up to $3,000 + HST & disbursements
For matters involving tax planning or planning to reduce estate administration tax (probate fees).
- Your will and both powers of attorney
- Tax-related planning in your will
- Planning such as secondary wills, where it can reduce estate administration tax
- • All fees are plus HST and disbursements. Your written quote lists the disbursements that apply to your matter.
- • After a short first conversation, we confirm your exact fee in writing before any work begins, and that's the fee you pay.
- • We prepare wills and powers of attorney. We don't handle probate applications or estate administration.
Why Choose Our Estate Planning Services?
Our estate planning team combines professional legal experience with compassionate guidance to help you make informed decisions about your family's future.
Wills & POA Focus
We prepare wills and powers of attorney. We don't handle probate or estate administration.
Planning That Fits
We look at how your assets are held, including whether a secondary will could reduce Ontario's estate administration tax.
Family-Focused
Compassionate approach to sensitive family and estate matters.
Your Language
Meet with us in English, Urdu, Hindi or Punjabi, so older family members can speak comfortably.
Our Estate Planning Process
Here's how it usually goes. Most clients are done in one or two meetings.
Initial Consultation
You tell us about your family and what you want to happen. We explain your options.
Your Assets
We go through what you own, where it is and how it's held, including anything outside Canada.
Drafting
We draft your will and powers of attorney and send them to you to review.
Signing
You sign in front of two witnesses, in person or by video, and we explain where to keep the original safely.
Not ready to book? Start with our free checklist
A 4-page Ontario guide to what to decide, who can witness, and what to bring to your will and power of attorney appointment.
Common questions
How much does a will and power of attorney cost?
Our fee for a simple will and both powers of attorney generally ranges from $1,000 to $1,500 plus HST and disbursements for a straightforward situation, and up to $3,000 plus HST and disbursements for more complex matters involving tax planning or planning to reduce estate administration tax (probate fees). We confirm your exact fee in writing before any work begins, and that's the fee you pay.
Do I really need a lawyer to make a will in Ontario?
No law requires it, and a handwritten will can be valid. But homemade wills often fail on technical points like witnessing, or leave out things such as a backup executor or a trust for young children. A lawyer-drafted will avoids those problems.
What's the difference between a will and a power of attorney?
A will takes effect when you die. Powers of attorney work while you're alive, if you can't manage your money (power of attorney for property) or make health and care decisions (power of attorney for personal care).
Does getting married cancel my will?
Not anymore. Since January 1, 2022, marriage no longer revokes a will in Ontario. If you've married since making your will, review it to make sure it still reflects your wishes.
I'm separated but not divorced. Can my spouse still inherit?
Ontario changed the rules in 2022. In many cases a separated spouse is now treated as if they had died first for gifts and appointments in your will. The rules have specific conditions, so it's worth updating your will after a separation.
Can you do an Islamic will?
Yes. We prepare Islamic wills that follow the Islamic shares and the one-third wasiyya, drafted to work under Ontario law.
Do you handle probate or estate administration?
No. We focus on preparing wills and powers of attorney. We don't handle probate applications or estate administration.
Can my parents meet you in Urdu, Hindi or Punjabi?
Yes. We meet clients in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi.
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Wills & POA Guides & Insights
Can You Make a Handwritten Will in Ontario?
Ontario allows a will written entirely in your own handwriting and signed, with no witnesses. But valid does not mean safe. Here are the rules and the risks.
Can You Disinherit a Child in Ontario?
Ontario gives you a lot of freedom in your will, but not unlimited freedom. Here is when a child can still make a claim, and how to reduce the risk of a dispute.
Power of Attorney vs. Executor: What Is the Difference in Ontario?
A power of attorney acts for you while you are alive. An executor acts after you die. Here is how they differ, when each starts and ends, and who to choose.
How Much Does a Will Cost in Ontario?
What does a will cost in Ontario? It depends on how complex your situation is. Here is what changes the price, what is included, and what we charge.
Does Marriage Cancel Your Will in Ontario?
For many years, getting married automatically cancelled a will in Ontario. That rule was repealed. Here is what marriage, divorce and separation do to your will today.
Naming a Guardian for Your Children in Your Ontario Will
If something happened to both parents, who would look after your children? Here is what an Ontario will can and can't do.