Markham Law Firm

Will Planning Ontario

3601 Highway 7 East, Unit 312

Markham, ONT L3R 0M3

416-730-2835

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Choose the best law firm for will planning in Markham

Selecting a lawyer to draft your will is a crucial step in securing your family's future. Our team of wills lawyers in Markham specializes in determining how your assets will be distributed after your passing.



We offer comprehensive will planning packages that include a power of attorney document for both Property and Personal Care.

Understanding the Importance of Will Planning in Markham.

Selecting a lawyer to draft your will is a crucial step in securing your family's future. Our team of wills lawyers in Markham specializes in determining how your assets will be distributed after your passing.


We offer comprehensive will planning packages that include a power of attorney document for both Property and Personal Care.


A properly prepared will can ease financial burdens for your family and ensure their future stability. We can assist you in determining the best course of action to protect your assets and future plans.

Legal Requirements for a Valid Will in Markham, Ontario, Canada

A. Testamentary Capacity

 To create a valid will, you need to have testamentary capability. This means that you should be of sound mind and understand the consequences and nature of making a will.


B. Signing and Witnessing

A will in Ontario must be written, signed by the testator and witnessed by at least two witnesses who are not beneficiaries of the will or their spouses. The witnesses must also be present when the testator is signing the will.


C. Revocation and Amendment

A will can be changed (amended) or revoked at any time. 

Updates to your will may be necessary if you experience significant changes in your life such as divorce, marriage or the birth of a baby. Consult our will law firm in Markham to make sure your will is up-to-date.

Ontario Will Planning FAQ

  • What happens if I don’t have a will?

    When a person dies without a will, it is known as dying "intestate". In such cases, the courts will use a legal formula to determine who receives the deceased person's assets. 


    This formula is laid down by intestacy laws and is inflexible. If you die without a will, you will not have any say in who manages your estate or who is appointed as a guardian for your children if they are under the age of eighteen (18). 


    In the absence of a will, any family member can apply to the court to obtain letters of administration. This gives them legal authority as your executor and allows them to administer your estate.

  • If I get married or divorced, does that affect my will?

    If you get married after making a Will, it is usually revoked or even canceled. This only applies if the Will was made anticipating marriage. 


    Divorced spouses can only have their gifts revoked or canceled if they divorce after making a Will. This also cancels the appointment of your spouse as executor, trustee or Guardian in the will. This will not apply, however, if the Court finds that the Will maker did not intend to revoke a gift or appointment by divorcing. 


    You should consult our team if you want to change your Will, or if your marital situation changes.

  • What happens to any old wills?

    It is essential to locate old Wills to collect them, destroy them, or notify the holders that a new Will was made and they no longer need their services.