Wills & Estates

Look After Your Loved Ones and Assets With a Law Firm You Can Trust

Our team of dedicated legal professionals will work with you to provide the guidance and support necessary to plan for your family's future.

Estate planning is an important process that individuals should consider while they are still alive in order to protect their assets and provide for those they care about once they pass away. 

JJM Barristers & Solicitors provides support, and legal expertise to make sure your estate is handled properly.

Estate Planning

Our estate planning services can help you create a lasting legacy while making sure the financial needs of your loved ones are taken care of.

How JJM Barristers and Solicitors can help:

Wills

We can help ease the burden on your family by ensuring that your assets are properly distributed after your passing. Our team will work with you to create a will that meets all legal requirements and reflects your wishes.

Enduring Power of Attorney

We can act on your behalf in the case of incapacity or if you are unable to make decisions due to illness or injury. Our team will work with you to create an enduring power of attorney that gives you the peace of mind and security you need.

Personal Directives

A personal directive is a legal document that allows you to make decisions in the case of illness or injury, including your medical treatment and funeral arrangements. Let our team at JJM Barristers & Solicitors help you create a personal directive that puts your mind at ease.

Take Inventory of All Assets

As an executor or administrator, it is our responsibility to take inventory of all assets that fall within the scope of the will. This includes real estate, cash and securities, retirement accounts, and more.

Pay Debts

Our team will work with you to ensure that all debts and claims are paid, including any outstanding taxes.

Distribute Assets According to Wishes or Directions in Will

We will be on hand to assist with estate distributions and to ensure that the will is enforced. Our team will work with you to ensure that your loved ones receive the assets they are entitled to.

Estate Administrators

Our experienced and knowledgeable estate lawyers can help you with the probate process, dispute resolution, estate taxation, and more. From start to finish, our team will work closely with you to ensure a smooth and stress-free process.

Basic Duties As An Executor Or Administrators

Resolving Estate Disputes

Nobody wants to think about estate disputes, but they can happen. If you are involved in an estate dispute, JJM Barristers & Solicitors can provide the legal expertise to help you reach a resolution.

Mediation & Collaborative Law

When disputes and disagreements arise within an estate, it can be difficult to move forward. We’re here to help resolve these issues through mediation or collaborative law, ensuring that you and your loved ones can come to an agreement in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Litigation

If mediation and collaborative law fails, we will be there to represent you in court. Our team of experienced estate lawyers has the knowledge and resources necessary to ensure that your interests are protected at every stage of the legal process.

What if There’s No Will or Executor?

In Alberta, the Wills and Succession Act will be followed. Our experienced and knowledgeable team of estate lawyers are here to help you navigate this process.

The law exists to protect and render justice. At JJM Barristers & Solicitors, we are here to help you achieve just that. There are many ways we can help and assist you. Fill out the contact form, and a member of our team will get back to you shortly.

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