Wills and Estates Law Services in Terrace, Northern B.C.
Are you considering making a will or do you need assistance in planning the succession of your business and distribution of your estate? At Warner Bandstra Brown, the wishes of our clients always come first. Your personal estate planning is unique, and so we provide advice and assistance to ensure your estate plan reflects your wishes and intentions. Our wills and estates lawyers will provide advice regarding planning for maintaining family wealth, ensuring the continuity of family businesses and more. Some of our areas of practice include:
Estate planning
Corporate succession planning
Filing of committeeship applications
Assistance with trusts
Planning for blended families
Preparation of wills
Probate and estate administration
Preparation of powers of attorney and representation agreements
Family Wealth and Business Services
If you are planning to protect family assets and ensure the continuation of your family business, professional advice on legal issues will help you in making decisions. Our lawyers are experienced and knowledgeable in various aspects of family wealth and business management and will give you appropriate advice that will ensure the continuity of your family business.
We help our clients structure their affairs and prepare for all scenarios. This includes providing advice and preparing wills, powers of attorney agreements, representation agreements, committeeship/guardianship applications and more.
Estate Administration and Planning
Do you need help and advice with managing and planning for your estate? Our lawyers are happy to help you make informed decisions with your best interests in mind. We also help in advising executors, trustees, and other fiduciaries related to your estate as well as represent your interests so you can remain worry-free. We can also aid in applying for probates or for estate administration in the event of the passing of someone close to you, so that you do not need to deal with such lengthy and stressful processes during delicate times.
Understanding the Probate Process
What happens after your death or the death of a loved one? You may need to undergo a legal process known as Probate.
What is Probate?
Probate is a court approval process that validates your will and confirms the appointment of an executor. It is a vital step in estate administration that allows the executor to pay creditors and distribute assets to beneficiaries. The probate process follows strict legal requirements, and any errors or delays may impact the grant of probate and add stress for your family. If handled improperly, an executor can even be held personally liable for mistakes. Our lawyers help ensure the probate process is completed correctly, efficiently, and in your best interest.
