Your life’s work deserves protection. A Last Will and Testament is the only legal way to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your children are cared for by guardians you trust.
At Notary Lawyer Scarborough, we provide more than just signatures. Because we are licensed lawyers, we can draft a comprehensive legal Will for you that stands up in court. Alternatively, if you have already written your own Will, we can help you finalize it with the mandatory Affidavit of Execution.
Services start at just $30.
Ideally, you should never rely on a “fill-in-the-blank” kit for something this important. Instead, let our legal team draft a custom Will that addresses your specific needs.
Our Basic Will Package Includes:
Naming the person who will manage your estate.
Clear instructions on who gets your property, savings, and sentimental items.
Appointing a trusted guardian for your minor children.
Setting up simple trusts for children under 18 or 25.
Bundle & Save: Most clients choose to create their Powers of Attorney (for Property and Personal Care) at the same time for complete protection.
Frequently, clients ask us: “Can you notarize my Will?” The short answer is: You do not notarize the Will itself; you notarize the Affidavit of Execution attached to it.
Why do you need this? In Ontario, for a Will to go through probate (the court process after death), the court requires proof that the Will was signed correctly.
Without it: Your executor may have to track down your witnesses years later, which can be impossible.
With it: The court accepts the Will immediately, saving your family time and legal fees.
We can commission this affidavit for you if you bring your witnesses to our office.
Unfortunately, many clients only think about their Will during a medical emergency. Therefore, we offer a compassionate Mobile Notary service for urgent situations.
We regularly visit:
Scarborough General Hospital & Centenary Hospital.
Long-term care facilities and nursing homes.
Private residences for seniors with mobility issues.
Note: For a Will to be valid, the person signing (the Testator) must have the mental capacity to understand what they are doing. We will conduct a brief capacity assessment during the visit.
No. In Ontario, only a Lawyer can legally draft a Will for you (or you can do it yourself, which is risky). A standard Notary Public who is not a lawyer cannot give you legal advice. Fortunately, since we are Notary Lawyers, we can handle both the drafting and the finalizing.
Technically, no. A Will is legal if it is signed by you and two witnesses. However, without the notarized Affidavit of Execution, your family will face significant headaches during probate. We highly recommend getting this done immediately after signing.
Your witnesses cannot be beneficiaries (people getting money in the Will) or their spouses. We recommend using friends, neighbors, or coworkers.
Don’t leave your legacy to chance. Book an appointment with a legal professional today.
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