Wills & Powers of Attorney
Lawyer-drafted documents. Clear pricing. Fast turnaround.
We prepare your Will and Powers of Attorney for Property and Personal Care with plain-English guidance and a signing plan that works in person or by video (remote witnessing available in Ontario). Province-wide, virtual-first.
What you get
Lawyer-drafted Will tailored to your family, assets, and goals (executors, guardians for minors, specific gifts, residue, backup plans).
Two Powers of Attorney (POA):
Property: lets someone you trust handle finances if you can’t.
Personal Care: lets someone make health and care decisions if you’re incapable.
Signing plan (in person or remote): we organize proper witnesses and provide step-by-step instructions so your documents are valid.
Affidavit package for probate/readiness (as applicable).
Instructions for storage and next steps.
One round of edits within 30 days (most clients don’t need more).
Remote signing? Ontario permits virtual witnessing by video when at least one witness is an Ontario lawyer or paralegal, with everyone signing at the same time. We handle the logistics and couriering of originals.
How the process works
Intake (10–15 minutes). Basic details and your goals.
Planning call (30–45 minutes). We map decisions (executors, guardians, attorneys, gifts).
Drafting. You receive plain-English drafts and a short summary.
Signing. In person or by video with proper witnesses, we coordinate everything.
Delivery. You keep the originals; we keep secure digital copies.
FAQs
What’s the difference between the two POAs?
Property covers money/finances and can operate even if you later become incapable. Personal Care covers medical, housing, and care decisions if you’re incapable.
Can we sign by video?
Yes. Ontario allows remote witnessing by audio-visual technology if one witness is an Ontario lawyer or paralegal and everyone signs contemporaneously (at the same time). We set this up for you.
Can we e-sign?
No. Wills and POAs must be physically signed (ink)—even when the signing meeting happens by video. We prepare identical paper copies for proper execution.
Who can witness?
For Wills, avoid using beneficiaries or a beneficiary’s spouse as witnesses (it can void that person’s gift). For POAs, your witnesses cannot be your spouse/partner, your attorney (or their spouse/partner), or anyone under 18. We’ll provide two appropriate witnesses when we run the signing.
How fast is this?
Typical timelines: POAs in 2–3 business days, Will + POAs in 5–7 once you’ve completed intake and the planning call. Need it sooner? Ask about rush.
Do I need a new Will if I marry or separate?
Major life changes (marriage, separation, new child, new property or business) are good times to review. If your Will predates recent law changes or your family plan, we’ll flag what to update.
Do you hold my original Will?
You keep the originals (recommended for quick access). We keep secure digital copies and can arrange safe storage by request.
Why choose Vanguard for Wills & POA
Flat fees, no surprises. Upfront pricing and a clear scope.
Virtual-first, province-wide. Meet by secure video; we handle the logistics of remote witnessing.
Plain-English documents. You’ll understand exactly what you’re signing.
Speed with care. Streamlined process without cutting corners.