Wills & Estates

An estate plan is critical to the organization of an individual’s affairs. A carefully drawn Will achieves the orderly succession of assets while taking into account the most tax effective strategies. Powers of Attorney for Property ensure that the financial and business affairs of the individual will be administered in the event of their absence or disability. Powers of Attorney for Personal Care provide for decision making when the individual is incapable of making appropriate decisions for their own personal care. Our team of estate planners assists individuals to design and implement strategies to effectively dispose of assets during their lifetime or on their death to achieve their goals.

Our lawyers are also experienced in the timely and cost effective administration of estates. We explain the provisions of the Will and guide Estate Trustees in the administration of the estate including the realization of assets, payment of debts, filing of tax returns, and division of assets while ensuring that all legal requirements are met.

At HGR Graham Partners LLP, we also assist clients with estate litigation matters. Our experienced litigation team regularly advises and provides representation to individuals in circumstances where a Will is contested or where a claim is made against an estate. For more information about our estate litigation services, please click here.

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    • Sean Ainley

      Sean Ainley

      Partner

      Phone: 705.526.2232 ext. 227

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    • Riley Brooks

      Riley Brooks

      Associate

      Phone: 705.737.1249 ext. 171

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    • Joshua Clarke

      Joshua Clarke

      Associate

      Phone: 705.737.1249 ext. 111

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    • Chrisandra Firth

      Chrisandra Firth

      Counsel

      Phone: 705.327.6656 ext. 334

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    • Michael Hanton

      Michael Hanton

      Associate

      Phone: 705.737.1249 ext. 123

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    • Christine Manners

      Christine Manners

      Partner

      Phone: 705.327.6656 ext. 323

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    • Wendy Miller

      Wendy Miller

      Counsel

      Phone: 705.737.1811 ext. 128

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    • Richard Moran

      Richard Moran

      Associate

      Phone: 705.526.2232 ext. 290

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    • Suzanne Poole

      Suzanne Poole

      Partner

      Phone: 705.549.6060 ext. 437

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    • Stephanie Yeo

      Stephanie Yeo

      Partner

      Phone: 705.526.2232 ext. 276

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