Wills & Estates – A Complete Guide

The Executor's Handbook:
A Step-by-Step Guide to Settling an Estate

Have you been named an executor? Not sure where to start?
This free guide from LLDG's estate lawyers walks you through every stage, from obtaining probate to distributing assets, so you can fulfill your duties with confidence.

What's inside the guide

Everything an Executor Needs to Know In One Place

Being appointed as an executor is a significant responsibility. This plain language handbook, written by LLDG's experienced estate lawyers in Etobicoke, simplifies the complex legal and administrative steps involved in settling an estate in Ontario.

Whether you're navigating the probate process, communicating with beneficiaries, or managing estate assets, this guide gives you a practical, plain-language roadmap so nothing falls through the cracks.

Probate & Court Process

Step-by-step walkthrough of applying for a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee.

Asset Inventory & Valuation

How to locate, document, and value the deceased's assets and liabilities.

Paying Debts & Taxes

Understand your obligations before distributing the estate to beneficiaries.

Final Distribution

Guidance on distributing assets in accordance with the will and Ontario law.

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