Estate Administration
Administer with clarity
Settling an estate can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating legal, financial, and family responsibilities. We provide clear, compassionate guidance to executors and personal representatives throughout every step of the administration process. We help you understand your obligations, avoid costly mistakes, and complete the estate with confidence and peace of mind.
Why Choose Us
Clear Guidance
We explain every requirement with step-by-step guidance so executors feel supported and informed.
Accessible
Bilingual (English & French) service and home or hospital visit options. We make estate administration accessible.
Experienced
Clear guidance on legal obligations, necessary documentation, and communications.
Our Estate Administration Services
We understand that estate administration often happens during difficult times. We offer calm, professional support and take on the legal and procedural burdens so you can focus on caring for your family.
Estates
We help personal representatives (executors) understand their obligations and navigate the complex legal and administrative tasks required to settle an estate.
Consultations with Personal Representatives / Executors
Clear guidance on responsibilities, processes, risks, and timelines.
Grant of Probate
Full assistance preparing and filing probate applications when the deceased left a valid will.
Grant of Administration
Support for estates without a will, including appointing an administrator and submitting required documents.
Beneficiary Releases
Drafting, managing and obtaining signed releases to protect executors during distribution.
Distribution of Estate Assets
Step-by-step support in assisting Personal Representatives when allocating funds, property, and belongings in accordance with the will and grant or probate
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Clearance Certificates
We help prepare and submit clearance certificate requests the Personal representative is discharged of liability for all tax liabilities in Canada.
What Our Clients Say About us
Our clients are our biggest advocates. This is just some of the amazing feedback we have received from the people we serve every day.
Exceptional level of professionalism and incredibly thorough. I've never even heard of this level of service from any law firm.
Lance V.
The firm has been very helpful and extremely professional and so far I have had nothing but a great experience with Foisy law in St. Albert.
Mark W.
FAQ
Typically, you'll need the will (if one exists), the death certificate, an asset list, identification, and beneficiary information.
Absolutely. We guide you through the full administration process.
Start with a free consultation. We explain your responsibilities, assess what the estate requires, and outline a clear plan so you feel confident moving forward.
Yes, Estate administration is available at transparent flat-fee rates.
Understand your legal obligations, avoid costly mistakes, and get straightforward guidance before taking any steps in the administration process.