GUELPH LAWYERS SMITHVALERIOTE LLP
SmithValeriote Law Firm LLP has expertise in dealing with all of their clients’ estate planning needs, whether that involves individuals, families or family businesses.
Estate Planning
We provide the full range of estate planning services for our clients, including preparation of wills, powers of attorney for property, powers of attorney for personal care (living will), estate freezes, family trusts and the administration of estates.
Estate Administration
We assist our clients in all aspects concerning the administration of estates and trusts including:
providing opinions on the proper interpretation of wills and trusts
providing assistance to estate trustees in carrying out their duties
administering estates and trusts
preparation of accounts for estates and trusts
Estate Litigation
We have experience and expertise in handling any contentious issues which may arise involving an estate, including:
contested proceedings challenging the validity or interpretation of wills and trusts
motions for the advice and direction of the court
passing of accounts and objections to accounts
applications concerning whether an estate trustee has properly administered an estate