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What documents do I need for a complete estate plan in Ontario?
A complete estate plan in Ontario includes a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney for Property, and a Power of Attorney for Personal Care. Depending on your circumstances, you may also need testamentary trust provisions, a Henson trust for a beneficiary with a disability, multiple wills to minimize probate fees, or an inter vivos trust. Our Will + 2 POAs package ($995) covers the three essential documents.
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ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
The Foundation of Your Estate Plan
Every comprehensive estate plan in Ontario begins with three essential documents: a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney for Property, and a Power of Attorney for Personal Care. Your will, governed by the Succession Law Reform Act (SLRA), directs how your assets are distributed after death and appoints an estate trustee to carry out your wishes. Your Power of Attorney for Property, under the Substitute Decisions Act, 1992 (SDA), authorizes a trusted person to manage your financial affairs if you become incapable. Your Power of Attorney for Personal Care, also under the SDA, appoints someone to make health care and personal care decisions on your behalf, guided by your documented wishes and the Health Care Consent Act, 1996.
At Lexaltico LLP, we make it straightforward to put these essential documents in place. Our Simple Will starts at $500, our Will + 2 POAs package is $995, and our Couples Package starts at $1,495. Each package is prepared by Ontario-licensed lawyers at our office at 55 University Avenue, Toronto, and most documents are completed within 5-7 business days. We take the time to understand your family situation, assets, and wishes to ensure your documents are tailored to your needs, not just templates filled with your name.
Here is your estate planning checklist for the essential documents: (1) Do you have a valid, up-to-date will that reflects your current wishes? (2) Have you appointed an estate trustee and alternate? (3) Do you have a Power of Attorney for Property? (4) Have you designated an attorney for property and alternate? (5) Do you have a Power of Attorney for Personal Care? (6) Have you documented your health care wishes, including end-of-life preferences? (7) Are your documents properly signed and witnessed in accordance with Ontario law? If you answered "no" to any of these, Book My 15-Minute Assessment today.
ASSET & BENEFICIARY REVIEW
Reviewing Your Assets and Beneficiary Designations
A thorough estate plan requires a complete understanding of your assets and how they will be distributed. Your checklist should include: (1) A comprehensive inventory of all real property, including your principal residence and any investment properties. (2) All financial accounts, including bank accounts, investment accounts, RRSPs, RRIFs, TFSAs, and pension entitlements. (3) Life insurance policies. (4) Business interests, including shares in private corporations, partnership interests, and sole proprietorships. (5) Personal property of significant value, including vehicles, jewelry, art, and collectibles. (6) Digital assets, including cryptocurrency, online accounts, and digital intellectual property.
Equally important is reviewing your beneficiary designations. Assets such as RRSPs, TFSAs, RRIFs, and life insurance policies pass directly to the named beneficiary and are not governed by your will. Under the SLRA (Part III), a beneficiary designation on a plan or policy takes precedence over a conflicting provision in your will. This means that if you name your ex-spouse as beneficiary on your RRSP but leave everything in your will to your current spouse, the RRSP goes to your ex-spouse. We review all beneficiary designations to ensure they are consistent with your overall estate plan and reflect your current intentions.
Your asset review checklist should also consider: (7) Are any assets held in joint tenancy, and do you understand the survivorship implications? (8) Are your beneficiary designations on registered accounts and insurance policies up to date? (9) Have you considered the Estate Administration Tax Act implications, and are there strategies to minimize probate fees? (10) Do you own property outside Ontario or Canada that requires additional planning? (11) Have you accounted for any debts, mortgages, or contingent liabilities? Our lawyers conduct a thorough asset review as part of every estate planning engagement to ensure nothing is overlooked.
ADVANCED PLANNING
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Estate Strategies
Once your essential documents and asset review are complete, consider these advanced planning strategies: (12) Testamentary trusts for minor children, to control the timing and conditions of asset distribution as they mature. (13) Henson trusts for beneficiaries with disabilities who receive ODSP or other needs-based benefits, preserving their government entitlements while providing supplemental support. (14) Multiple wills (primary and secondary) to minimize estate administration tax on shares in private corporations and other assets that do not require probate for transfer. (15) Estate freezes and corporate reorganizations for business owners planning succession under the Trustee Act and federal tax law.
Additional advanced checklist items include: (16) Have you considered the tax consequences of deemed disposition on death, including capital gains on real property and investments? (17) Do you have adequate life insurance to cover tax liabilities and provide for dependants? (18) Have you addressed digital estate planning, including cryptocurrency, social media, and online accounts? (19) If you own a business, do your will and shareholder/partnership agreements work together consistently? (20) Have you considered a donation strategy to maximize charitable tax credits on your terminal return? (21) Do you need cross-border estate planning for assets or beneficiaries in other jurisdictions?
Finally, remember that estate planning is not a one-time event. Your plan should be reviewed whenever there is a significant life change: marriage, separation or divorce, birth of a child, death of a beneficiary or estate trustee, acquisition or sale of significant assets, a move to another province or country, or a change in the law. At Lexaltico LLP, we make it easy to get your estate plan in place and keep it current. Get Started Today with a consultation at our office at 55 University Avenue, Toronto. Our fixed-fee pricing, with a Simple Will from $500, Will + 2 POAs from $995, and Couples Package from $1,495, means no surprises and no hourly billing anxiety.
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What documents do I need for a complete estate plan in Ontario?
A complete estate plan in Ontario includes a Last Will and Testament, a Power of Attorney for Property, and a Power of Attorney for Personal Care. Depending on your circumstances, you may also need testamentary trust provisions, a Henson trust for a beneficiary with a disability, multiple wills to minimize probate fees, or an inter vivos trust. Our Will + 2 POAs package ($995) covers the three essential documents.
How much does estate planning cost in Toronto?
At Lexaltico LLP, our fixed-fee pricing makes estate planning affordable and transparent. A Simple Will starts at $500, our Will + 2 POAs package is $995, and our Couples Package starts at $1,495. More complex planning involving trusts, business succession, or cross-border issues may require additional work. We provide a clear fee estimate at your initial consultation with no hourly billing surprises.
What should I bring to my estate planning consultation?
Bring a list of your assets (real property, bank accounts, investments, RRSPs, TFSAs, pensions, life insurance), a list of your debts and liabilities, information about your beneficiary designations, any existing wills or POAs, your marriage certificate or separation agreement if applicable, details of any business interests, and the names and contact information of the people you are considering as estate trustee and attorneys for property and personal care.
How long does it take to complete a will and estate plan?
At Lexaltico LLP, most wills and POAs are completed within 5-7 business days from your initial consultation. This includes the drafting, your review, any revisions, and the signing appointment. More complex matters involving trusts, business succession, or corporate reorganizations may take additional time. We work efficiently to ensure your documents are ready as quickly as possible.
How often should I update my estate plan?
You should review your estate plan whenever there is a significant life change, including marriage, separation or divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, the death of a named beneficiary or estate trustee, a significant change in your financial situation, the acquisition or sale of a business, a move to another province or country, or a change in applicable law. At minimum, we recommend reviewing your plan every 3-5 years.
What happens if I die without a will in Ontario?
If you die without a valid will (intestate), your estate is distributed according to Part II of the Succession Law Reform Act, not according to your wishes. The SLRA provides a fixed formula: your spouse receives a preferential share (currently $350,000), and the remainder is divided between your spouse and children according to a statutory formula. If you have no spouse or children, the estate goes to your parents, siblings, or more distant relatives. An intestacy may not reflect your wishes and can cause unnecessary delay and expense.
Do I need a lawyer to make a will in Ontario?
While Ontario law permits holograph wills (handwritten and signed by the testator, with no witnesses), a lawyer-drafted will is strongly recommended to ensure it is legally valid, comprehensive, and reflects your actual intentions. Common issues with DIY and template wills include ambiguous language, failure to address specific assets, inconsistency with beneficiary designations, and failure to comply with the SLRA requirements. Our Simple Will starts at just $500 and is completed within 5-7 business days at our 55 University Avenue, Toronto office.
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Law Society of Alberta. A lawyer licensed in Ontario is not thereby licensed in
Alberta, and the reverse is also true.
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College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants Act, S.C. 2019, c. 29,
s. 292.
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Licensed paralegals in Ontario may act only within the scope the Law Society
permits, which does not include most family, estate or criminal matters.
Immigration consultants are regulated by the College, not by a law society,
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legal advice.
The firm charges a fee for substantive consultations, including in civil litigation,
criminal defence and immigration matters. The firm may waive that fee at its discretion.
Any fee is disclosed in advance and credited in full toward your account if you retain the
firm.
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Where we refer a matter to another firm, including through LexKonnect, we comply with Rule 3.6-6.1 of the Law Society of Ontario’s Rules of Professional Conduct. Any referral fee is set out in the Law Society’s standard referral agreement, signed by you before the referral proceeds, and no fee is payable to us unless and until the receiving firm has been paid for its work. You are never obliged to accept a referral and are free to retain any firm you choose. No referral arrangement affects the independent professional judgment of any lawyer at this firm.
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