Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Wills Lawyers in Toronto
Since 2007, Laredo Law has been dedicated to helping clients secure their legacies through comprehensive estate planning. Founded by Lisa Laredo, a Certified Trust and Estate Practitioner with nearly two decades of legal experience, our firm combines expertise in wills, trusts, and real estate law to deliver personalized solutions. Our team prioritizes compassionate guidance, ensuring clients feel supported during sensitive decision-making processes. With a focus on minimizing tax liabilities, protecting assets, and streamlining estate administration, we serve individuals and families across Toronto.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client testimonials, which highlight our thoroughness, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex legal matters. We actively contribute to legal education and maintain memberships in professional organizations, including the Estate Planning Council of Canada and STEP Canada.
Services
Estate Planning
Wills Preparation
Trust Creation
Probate Services
Powers of Attorney
Tax Planning
Real Estate Law
Succession Planning
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- Lisa Laredo has over 15 years of experience in estate and real estate law.
- We provide personalized estate plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Our firm holds the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation from STEP Canada.
- Clients praise our compassionate approach during sensitive legal matters.
- We combine legal expertise with clear communication to simplify complex processes.
Associations and certifications
- STEP Canada
What people say
Fantastic experience
Compassionate and caring
Highly knowledgeable
Efficient with timing
Extremely capable
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimizing tax burdens. We create customized plans for individuals and families, addressing wills, trusts, and succession strategies. Clients benefit from our expertise in Ontario's probate laws and real estate considerations.
Wills Preparation
We draft legally sound wills that reflect your specific wishes regarding asset distribution and guardianship. Our process includes detailed consultations to address funeral preferences, beneficiary designations, and complex family situations, ensuring clarity and legal compliance.
Trust Creation
Trust creation services help protect assets and reduce tax liabilities while providing for beneficiaries. We specialize in establishing trusts for children with disabilities, family succession planning, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies tailored to client needs.
Probate Services
Our probate services guide executors through estate administration, including asset distribution and tax filings. We assist with certificate of appointment applications and navigate complex probate processes in Ontario, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare powers of attorney for property and personal care, ensuring your affairs are managed according to your wishes if you become incapacitated. Our documents address financial decisions, healthcare directives, and emergency management provisions.
People
Lisa Laredo
Principal Lawyer
Founder of Laredo Law with 15+ years in estate law, certified by STEP Canada. Specializes in wills, trusts, and real estate law. Active in legal education and professional associations.
Ana Wagner
Associate Lawyer
Estate planning lawyer with a background in classical archaeology. Focuses on wills and trusts, bringing analytical precision to client solutions. Pursuing TEP designation while serving diverse clients in Toronto.
Mackenzie Cummins
Legal Administrative Assistant
Provides administrative support with legal and accounting expertise. Recent law graduate from University College Dublin, assisting with client management and document preparation while pursuing NCA equivalency exams.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We provide wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate services, tax planning, and succession planning tailored to individual client needs.
How do you handle complex estate situations?
Our team addresses unique scenarios with customized solutions, including business succession planning and cross-border asset considerations.
Can you assist with real estate law matters?
Yes, we handle property transactions and title transfers as part of comprehensive estate planning services.
What makes your firm different from other estate lawyers?
We combine technical expertise with compassionate guidance, maintaining STEP Canada certification and personalized client communication.
How are your fees structured?
We provide transparent cost estimates upfront, with fees based on service complexity rather than client net worth.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, we conduct video conferences and handle document exchanges electronically for client convenience.
