Estate Planning In Alberta
A clear starting point for your Will, Power of Attorney, and Personal Directive - and a simple way to choose your next step.
See Your OptionsPick Your Next Step
Understand Pricing
See what a Will costs in Alberta, what's included, and what the next steps look like.
Start Your Estate Plan
When you're ready to move forward, the questionnaire helps you prepare thoroughly before speaking with a Lawyer. It's detailed and takes time, but it ensures nothing important is missed.
Learn The Basics
Get plain-language answers to the questions most Albertans have before they begin.
What Estate Planning Actually Covers
Estate planning is more than writing a Will. It's about making sure the right people can make decisions, the right instructions are in place, and your wishes are carried out if something happens to you - financially, legally, and personally. A complete estate plan typically addresses:
- A Will that reflects your family and goals
- Choosing executors and guardians
- A Power of Attorney for financial decisions
- A Personal Directive for medical and personal care decisions
- Planning for unique family or financial circumstances
Education & Tools
Do You Need a Lawyer For a Will?
Learn when hiring a Lawyer is strongly recommended, when it may not be necessary, and how common DIY mistakes can create real problems later.
Read ArticleHow Much Does a Will Cost in Alberta?
Understand how pricing works, what factors affect the price of a Will, and what's typically included when you work with a Lawyer.
Read ArticleEstate Planning Checklist
A practical checklist to help you gather information, think through key decisions, and prepare before starting your estate plan.
View Checklist5 Mistakes People Make When Writing a Will
A free guide explaining the most common mistakes people make when writing a Will, how those mistakes can cost families time, money, and peace of mind, and what to do instead.
Read GuideHow Our Process Works
Step 1: Choose the Right Starting Point
Use the links on this page to understand your options, including pricing, common questions, and how the process works. This helps you decide whether you're ready to move forward and which path makes the most sense for you.
Step 2: Share Your Details
When you're ready, you complete a detailed questionnaire so your instructions are clear and complete. This preparation helps avoid gaps or assumptions later in the process.
Step 3: Lawyer Review and Drafting
A Lawyer reviews your instructions, confirms they are legally workable, and prepares your Will, Power of Attorney, and Personal Directive based on what you've provided.
Step 4: Draft and Sign Properly
Once your documents are drafted, we meet to review them, answer any final questions, and guide you through signing so everything is valid under Alberta law.
What Our Clients Say
Evan Clarke was extremely helpful preparing our wills for us. He was very diligent, well prepared and caring. I highly recommend using his services or that of his colleagues.
My husband and I contacted Kahane Law office for updating our Wills and also for a post marital agreement. Evan and Esther provided all the assistance needed to facilitate the process. Evan gave great advice for each of us but also for our specific situation. He was extremely responsive and professional. They exceeded our expectations. I would highly recommend this firm.
Evan Clarke, CD, Barrister & Solicitor
Evan founded Kahane Law Office's Edmonton location and practises wills and estates, corporate, real estate, and family law across Alberta. He answers questions plainly and prices work transparently, so you know exactly where you stand before you commit. Outside the office, he serves as a Warrant Officer in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserve.
More about Evan →Ready To Take The Next Step?
When you're ready to invest the time, the questionnaire prepares you for a focused conversation with your Lawyer.
Common Questions
Even a “simple” estate usually still needs clear instructions for executors, guardians, and distribution, and Alberta's default rules may not match what you want.
A Power of Attorney covers financial/legal decisions; a Personal Directive covers medical and personal care decisions.
You can, but many problems show up later (invalid signing, unclear gifts, missed contingencies). A Lawyer helps you avoid the common failure points.
After major life changes (marriage, separation, new child, major asset changes) or if your goals have changed.
Alberta law sets the distribution and who can apply to administer the estate, which can create delays and outcomes you didn't intend.
Timing depends on complexity and responsiveness, but a clear process and good preparation keep it efficient. We guide you through each step so the process stays focused and doesn't drag on unnecessarily.
Ready When You Are
A clear, guided process to get your Will, Power of Attorney, and Personal Directive done properly.
Start The QuestionnaireContact Us
If you're unsure where to start, we can point you in the right direction. Call us or send a message through the form.
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