How much will a lawyer charge me to make a will?

There is no exact answer to this question. It will vary from lawyer to lawyer, and it will also depend on the complexity of the will and the expertise needed to draft it. As a general rule, a simple will may cost between $100 and $300. Often, lawyers will quote a single price for separate wills done for both husband and wife at the same time, and this will be a saving. The price may increase if the lawyer needs to use his or her expertise in complicated tax planning measures, the creation of trusts, or very large estates.

You can find a lawyer with experience in wills and estates

• by checking the yellow pages in the directory in your community,
• by checking for referrals from friends and relatives, or
• in Alberta, by contacting the Lawyer Referral Service at 1-800-661-1095 (toll free) or 403-228-1722 (in Calgary).

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