Your legacy is more than just the assets you leave behind—it’s about the decisions you make today to protect your family, your values, and your future. Estate law is the foundation of planning for incapacity, death, and everything in between. At Gigera Law Services, we provide experienced, compassionate, and strategic estate law services for individuals and families across Calgary and Alberta.
Whether you’re writing a will, creating a trust, managing a loved one’s estate, or preparing for long-term care decisions, our Calgary estate lawyers guide you through every step with clarity and care. We ensure your estate plan is not only legally sound but tailored to your life, your assets, and your legacy.
Estate law governs the strategic preservation and transfer of your lifetime wealth under Alberta’s Wills and Succession Act and Trustee Act. Without tailored planning:
Gigera Law designs court-proof plans shielding your legacy from financial devastation.
Estate law in Alberta is governed by complex legislation including the Wills and Succession Act, the Estate Administration Act, and the Surrogate Rules. Misunderstanding these laws or using online templates can result in serious consequences such as disputes, delays, unintended tax burdens, or the wrong people receiving your property.
Working with an experienced estate attorney in Calgary ensures:
Your will, trust, and power of attorney comply with current laws
Your estate plan reflects your personal wishes and life circumstances
You minimize the risk of legal disputes or family conflict
You protect vulnerable beneficiaries, such as minors or dependents with disabilities
You prepare for incapacity and long-term care with legally enforceable instructions
At Gigera Law Services, we take a proactive, personalized approach to planning your estate—offering peace of mind for today and security for tomorrow.
No two estates are the same. Our estate lawyers specialize in building legal strategies for individuals and families in a variety of life situations:
Blended Families: Ensure fair and clear distribution of assets among current and former spouses, stepchildren, and biological children.
Business Owners: Plan for business succession, asset protection, and tax-efficient transfer of ownership.
Single Parents: Appoint guardians, provide for minor children, and structure long-term support.
Seniors and Retirees: Focus on incapacity planning, healthcare decisions, and preserving wealth for future generations.
Clients with International Assets: Navigate cross-border estate laws, foreign property, and tax issues.
Whether your estate is modest or complex, our team crafts a legal plan that works for your lifestyle, financial goals, and family dynamics.
Your will should reflect your current life—not your past. We help you review, update, or completely redraft your will in response to:
Even small updates can make a major difference. Whether it’s a codicil (legal amendment) or a full new draft, we ensure your documents remain accurate and enforceable.
At Gigera Law Services, we offer full-service estate planning under one roof. Our legal services include:
We ensure everything is compliant and, more importantly, that your loved one’s rights and well-being are protected.
Your first consultation with our estate lawyers is designed to give you clarity, comfort, and direction. Here’s what we cover:
Detailed review of your personal, family, and financial situation
Discussion of your goals and concerns about incapacity, inheritance, or long-term care
Identification of the legal tools best suited to your needs
Answering your questions in plain, easy-to-understand language
Transparent overview of costs, timelines, and next steps
This is a safe, confidential space to explore your options and begin building a personalized estate plan.
We understand the legal complexities of wills, trusts, probate, incapacity, and more.
From will creation to estate administration, we handle every aspect of your estate.
Families, professionals, and business owners trust us for thorough, responsive, and results-driven legal services.
Estate planning refers to creating legal documents for managing your estate during life and after death. Estate law encompasses the full legal framework—including probate, administration, trusts, and incapacity planning.
Trusts are helpful for controlling distributions, protecting minor or vulnerable beneficiaries, or managing tax concerns. We’ll help you decide based on your goals.
Your estate is handled under Alberta’s intestacy laws, which may not reflect your wishes. A court will appoint someone to administer your estate and distribute assets based on provincial rules.
No. Estate planning is for anyone who wants control over how their property is distributed, who makes decisions for them, and who takes care of their children or dependents.
Absolutely. As long as you’re mentally capable, you can update your plan at any time.
Without Professional Planning:
⚠️ Probate Fees: $38,000+ on $2M estates
⚠️ Family Feuds: 22-month battles over Elbow Valley cottages
⚠️ Business Collapse: Forced sale of Calgary companies at 60% value
Gigera Law Provides:
✅ Probate Avoidance: Save $150k+ on $1M estates
✅ Executor Armor®: Liability-shielded Calgary appointments
✅ Tax-Free Inheritance: Trust engineering slashing CRA claims
✅ 24/7 Crisis Response: Deathbed wills at Rockyview Hospital
Gigera Law Services proudly serves individuals, families, immigrants, entrepreneurs, and organizations in Canada, Nigeria, and the UK
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