Miltons Estates Law

Frequently asked questions

Does Miltons Estates Law draft wills or do estate planning?

No. The firm's practice is limited to what happens after someone dies, including probate, estate administration, and estate disputes. For general information on wills or powers of attorney, the firm points clients to its related site, Ontario-Wills.ca, which states it does not itself draft wills or do estate planning.

I live outside Ottawa or Toronto. Can Miltons Estates Law still help with a probate application?

Yes. The firm says it serves all of Ontario and goes to court in any Ontario jurisdiction. Consultations are done by phone, email, or video, and the firm states it doesn't charge for travel when an in-person meeting is arranged.

Can I handle my own probate application with some guidance instead of hiring a lawyer for everything?

Yes. The firm offers a do-it-yourself probate option where clients complete their own application while getting step by step guidance and help preparing the paperwork for filing with the court.

What if the beneficiaries or the executor of an estate are in conflict?

The firm handles estate dispute resolution and litigation. It says it typically starts with correspondence to the other side before initiating court proceedings if needed, and it offers contingency fees for cases it considers appropriate.

How does the firm charge for probate and estate administration work?

Full service probate and estate administration are billed on a fixed, posted fee schedule rather than by the hour, and full service clients get a complimentary hour of consultation on estate administration. DIY probate support is priced separately based on what a client needs.

Is there a Toronto office I can visit in person?

The firm's Toronto address is a mailing address in the Beaches on Queen Street East. Miltons Estates Law says it doesn't offer in-person consultations and instead meets clients by phone, email, or video, or travels to a location of the client's choosing without charging for travel.