Business Details
Estate Planning & Litigation Lawyers in Richmond
Levitt Law has been serving clients in British Columbia for over 30 years, specializing in Wills, Estates, and Estate Litigation. Our practice focuses on creating legally sound estate plans that reflect clients' wishes while minimizing tax and probate fees. We provide comprehensive legal guidance for estate administration, probate, and contested estates, including Wills Variation Act cases. Our team understands the emotional and legal complexities of estate planning, particularly for seniors, and prioritizes clear communication and personalized solutions.Located in Richmond, we serve clients across BC and beyond, offering expertise in elder law, corporate law, and advance directives. We emphasize transparency, client education, and proactive planning to protect families from future disputes.
Services
Wills
Probate
Estate Planning
Contested Estates
Power of Attorney
Advance Directives
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience in BC estate law
- Personalized estate planning to minimize family disputes
- Proven expertise in Wills Variation Act cases
- Transparent guidance on tax and probate fee reduction
- Comprehensive support for seniors' estate needs
What people say
Excellent job
Professional and empathetic
Feel better protected
Highly recommend
Services
Wills
We prepare legally binding wills that ensure your estate is distributed according to your wishes while complying with BC's Wills Variation Act. Our process includes tax and probate fee reduction strategies, and we provide clear guidance to prevent future disputes. Clients receive personalized documents that reflect their unique family and financial situations.
Probate
Our probate services guide executors through the legal process of validating wills and distributing assets. We handle applications to the BC Probate Registry, manage asset inventories, and ensure compliance with provincial regulations. Our goal is to expedite the process while maintaining transparency for beneficiaries and minimizing administrative delays.
Contested Estates
We represent clients in disputes over will validity, inheritance rights, and estate distribution. This includes Wills Variation Act claims for disinherited children or unequal bequests. Our approach combines legal expertise with sensitivity to family dynamics, aiming for resolution through negotiation or court representation when necessary.
Power of Attorney
We draft power of attorney documents to appoint trusted individuals for financial decision-making during incapacity. Our guidance covers selecting attorneys, defining authority limits, and ensuring compliance with BC's legal standards. This protects clients' interests when they cannot manage affairs personally.
Advance Directives
Our advance directives outline medical care preferences for incapacitated clients, including life support decisions. These documents relieve family members from making difficult choices by clearly stating your wishes. We ensure they meet BC's legal requirements while addressing personal healthcare values.
People
Morley A. Levitt
Principal Lawyer
Practicing BC estate law since 1990, Morley specializes in wills, probate, and contested estates. He focuses on minimizing family conflicts through clear legal documentation and provides compassionate guidance for seniors' estate needs.
Questions
What documents are essential for estate planning?
A legally valid will, power of attorney, and advance directive form the foundation. We also recommend considering tax-efficient strategies and provisions for dependents or charities.
How can I reduce probate fees?
We incorporate strategies like joint ownership, beneficiary designations, and trusts during estate planning to minimize probate costs while maintaining legal compliance.
What happens if someone contests a will?
We provide legal representation for executors or beneficiaries, analyzing the will's validity and negotiating settlements or representing clients in court under BC's Wills Variation Act.
Do I need a lawyer for a simple will?
While basic wills can be self-drafted, legal review ensures compliance with BC laws, prevents ambiguities, and addresses potential challenges from disinherited parties.
Can you help with estates outside BC?
We handle BC-based estates for clients residing elsewhere in Canada or internationally, providing remote consultations and coordinating necessary legal procedures across jurisdictions.
