Why Choose Us

Flat Fees

95% of our clients are charged predictable flat rates.

Specialization

We focus only on estate planning, probate and corporate law.

Respected

With awards won and hundreds of 5-star reviews, we’re well known for our top-quality advice and friendly service.

Charitable

We donate 1% of all revenue to charity.

Probate Lawyer Vancouver

The experienced probate lawyers in Vancouver at Westcoast Wills & Estates aim to alleviate the burden faced by executors (with a will) and estate administrators (without a will). The responsibilities that come with being an executor of a will can often feel overwhelming. Worse yet, executors and administrators are personally liable for mistakes they make. We make the probate process as seamless as possible while also advising clients about what to do and how to do it right.

There are a different types of grants available from the Supreme Court of BC, but the most common are: a grant of probate (where this is a will), and a grant of administration without will annexed (where there is no will). While they differ in name, they are essentially the same in practice in that the give the person applying the right to deal with an estate without restrictions. Our estate lawyers have years of experience in obtaining both types of grants from court.

When you schedule an appointment with an estate lawyer at our Vancouver office, you will begin with an initial consultation. During this consultation, the estate lawyer will provide executors with comprehensive guidance on all the necessary steps involved in estate administration. Keep in mind that applying for probate is just a small part of the whole process of estate administration. After this initial meeting, our probate lawyers can assist to the extent desired. Whether it’s with the probate application for a grant of probate or other legal aspects of an estate, our estate lawyers in Vancouver are here to help. They guide executors through the intricate processes of probate until the estate is fully settled. If you are an executor in need of guidance, feel free to contact us, and our experienced Vancouver probate lawyers will provide the necessary support.

Lawyer for estate administration in Vancouver

Even if probate application is not required, many similar steps still need to be taken. Our probate lawyers in Vancouver can assist with these essential tasks as well. Some examples include corresponding with banks, communicating with beneficiaries, or preparing releases for beneficiaries to approve the executor’s accounting. See a more comprehensive list of the areas in which a probate lawyer can offer assistance.

Questions about probating a will in BC and estate administration? See our Probate FAQs.

Wondering what the probate fee in BC will be? Check our Probate Fee Calculator.

What sets our probate attorneys in Vancouver apart?  See our homepage and reviews from former clients.

Questions about probating a will in BC and estate administration?  See our questions section.

Wondering what the probate fee in BC will be?  Check our Probate Fee Calculator.

Why Choose Westcoast for Probating a Will in Vancouver?

We’re a team of many estate lawyers in Vancouver. Because we focus on probate applications and executor advice, we know how to do things quickly and efficiently. We have flat and competitive prices, and we donate 1% of revenue to charity. Located on West Broadway, our office is easily accessible from most parts of Vancouver. See our blog for the top reasons to hire us as your probate lawyer in Vancouver.

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Our estate planning lawyers speak English, Cantonese, and Vietnamese. Appointment times are available weekdays, both during the day and evening, to accommodate those with busy work schedules.

Client Reviews

Our Clients Love Us

Don’t just take our word for it; here’s a sample of what clients are saying about us.

  • “Sadly I have lost three family members over the last 4 years, and have had to take on executor duties. West Coast Wills helped me, first during the COVID lockdown phase when everything was extra difficult, and more recently with both unexpected and expected deaths of my parents. Their advice about asset management and planning actually saved tens of thousands of dollars for my father’s estate which I very much appreciate. My wife and I also did our wills with them which has given us peace of mind.”

  • “We hired West Coast Wills & Estates after a less than satisfactory experience with another law firm. We have been very pleased the the professionalism, responsiveness, and good customer service. As an attorney myself, I would not hesitate to recommend the firm to anyone seeking professional advice on trusts and estates issues.”

  • “My wife died in late January and I turned to West Coast Wills & Estates to assist me with probating her will. Aron Chitsaz was the lawyer that I dealt with. He was very understanding, competent and patient with me throughout this emotional and , sometimes, frustrating procedure. I received prompt and excellent service both in answering my inquiries and in completing the necessary documentation for the probate. I was impressed that from the time that the probate documents were filed to the time a settlement request was received was only about six weeks. This illustrates that Aron was thorough in the preparation of the necessary documents for probate. I was also pleased that Westcoast Wills charged me a fixed cost for completing the probate rather than having an open ended arrangement. I was very pleased with the service that I got from Westcoast Wills and Aron Chitsaz. I will use them again to complete my own will.”

  • “The people at Westcoast Wills and Estates were extremely kind, informative and responsive. During such a difficult time these attributes were most appreciated. Thank you so much for all your help and patience.”

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