Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Legal Services in Vancouver
Munro & Crawford has served generations of Vancouver residents since 1952, establishing itself as a trusted multidisciplinary law firm. Our practice spans wills, trusts, estates, real estate, business law, elder care, and estate litigation, with a focus on personalized, client-centered service. We pride ourselves on approachability, combining decades of legal expertise with a commitment to clear communication and community trust.Our team offers house or hospital visits for clients with mobility needs, ensuring accessibility to legal support during critical times. With a heritage rooted in Vancouver's Kerrisdale neighborhood, we maintain a reputation for reliability while adapting to evolving client needs across British Columbia and beyond.
Services
Wills
Trusts
Probate & Estate Administration
Elder Care
Business Law
Real Estate
Co-Ops
Estate Litigation
Representation Agreements
Tax Concerns
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years of legal experience serving Vancouver families
- Friendly, approachable atmosphere with clear legal explanations
- Multidisciplinary expertise under one roof
- House/hospital visits available for seniors or mobility-challenged
- Reduced-rate initial consultations for most services
What people say
Professional and compassionate
Comprehensive, efficient and caring
Extremely professional and courteous
Top-notch experience
Amazing professionalism and friendliness
Services
Wills
Crafting legally sound wills to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our lawyers help clients create clear instructions for beneficiaries, minimizing family disputes and legal challenges. We specialize in updating wills to reflect life changes like marriages or new children.
Trusts
Establishing trusts to manage asset distribution during life and after death. We advise on living trusts for tax savings and testamentary trusts for children's inheritances. Our team ensures proper documentation to prevent disputes while maintaining compliance with Canadian tax regulations.
Probate & Estate Administration
Guiding executors through probate court processes in British Columbia. We handle asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution according to wills. Our support includes tax filings and resolving disputes between beneficiaries while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
Estate Litigation
Representing clients in contested estate matters since 1952. Our litigators handle will challenges, executor disputes, and inheritance claims. We combine courtroom experience with negotiation skills to resolve conflicts efficiently while protecting client interests in Vancouver and surrounding areas.
Real Estate
Comprehensive real estate services covering purchases, sales, and mortgage transactions. We conduct title searches, prepare legal documents, and ensure compliance with BC property laws. Our expertise extends to co-op housing and commercial real estate transactions for residential and business clients.
People
Peter Crawford
Partner/Lawyer
With over 40 years in Vancouver legal practice, Peter specializes in wills, estates, and company law. Known for his strategic approach and personable demeanor, he maintains long-standing client relationships while ensuring practical, timely legal solutions for individual and corporate clients.
Katarina Tagliafero
Managing Partner/Paralegal
A non-lawyer partner with 20+ years experience, Katarina directs day-to-day financial needs and estate wind-up processes. Her pragmatic approach combines extensive local knowledge with compassionate service, handling probate through asset distribution while maintaining client confidence.
Andrew Beesley
Partner/Lawyer
Recognized for patience and complex case resolution, Andrew handles diverse legal matters with a relationship-focused approach. His practice spans estate planning and business law, emphasizing personalized service that avoids corporate legal jargon for Vancouver residents and businesses.
Ronald Argue
Associate Lawyer
With over 40 years experience, Ron provides practical legal solutions in wills, estates, and corporate matters. His client-centered approach prioritizes prompt, responsive advice while applying legal principles to achieve satisfactory outcomes for individuals and businesses in the Vancouver area.
Questions
Does Munro & Crawford offer free initial consultations?
Personal injury consultations are free. Most other matters receive 50% reduced hourly rates for initial one-hour consultations.
Can I receive legal advice over the phone?
No, in-person meetings are required for client identity verification per British Columbia Law Society regulations.
Do you make house or hospital visits?
Yes, we offer home or hospital visits with additional service charges applied for estate and elder care matters.
Are fixed pricing options available?
Yes, many real estate and corporate services are offered at fixed rates with current schedules available upon request.
How often should I update my will?
Review your will every five years or after major life events like marriage, divorce, or childbirth to ensure it reflects current circumstances.
