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Your Will & Powers of Attorney — How It Works

We prepare your Will and both Powers of Attorney in two sessions. Here is exactly what to expect from start to finish.

Our Fees — Plain and Simple

Service

Fee (+ HST)

Will + POA for Property + POA for Personal Care — per person

$499

Mutual Wills Contract — for both spouses together

$299

Witness Arrangement — 2 witnesses to Will execution, if you cannot arrange your own

$199

Staged Distribution of Property — distribute estate in stages, per Will

$99

Hospital / Bedside Visit — per visit, where the lawyer attends in person

$500

Commissioned Copy of any document

$50

Why this is exceptional value: Our standard hourly rate is $700/hour. The flat fee includes two one-hour sessions with your lawyer — that is $1,400 in lawyer time alone, plus all three documents drafted and executed. One fee, no surprises.

One Will per person. Each person receives their own Will and their own two Powers of Attorney. If you and your spouse are both doing your Wills, that is $499 each — and if you want a Mutual Wills Contract binding both Wills together, that is an additional $299 for both of you combined.

For couples doing Wills together: In most cases, spouses come to us with what are called mirror-image Wills — each person names the other as primary beneficiary and primary executor, with the same alternate choices. This is the most common arrangement and your lawyer will walk through it with you. You are each free to give your own instructions; your Wills do not have to be identical. Important — Joint Retainer & Conflict of Interest Disclosure: Because both of you are retaining us together, we act on a joint retainer. This means there is an inherent conflict of interest that we are required to disclose to you. When acting on a joint retainer, we cannot keep anything one of you tells us confidential from the other — anything one spouse discloses to us in connection with your Wills must be shared with both of you. Neither spouse can give us confidential instructions that are kept from the other. If at any point your instructions diverge in a material way, we may be required to cease acting for one or both of you. Your lawyer will explain this fully and obtain your informed consent before proceeding.

All fees are subject to HST (13%). Use the Fee Estimator below to see your personalized estimate.

Session 1 — Meet with Your Lawyer Virtual or In Person · 1 Hour

We meet to walk through everything about Wills and Powers of Attorney, discuss your personal situation, answer all your questions, and carry out any checks required to ensure your instructions are given freely and with full understanding. No paperwork needed from you beforehand.

Complete Your Instructions After Session 1 · At Your Own Pace

After our first meeting, complete the Instructions Intake form in this portal. This is where you provide the detailed information your lawyer needs to draft your documents — executors, beneficiaries, attorneys, assets, and more.

Session 2 — Review & Execute In Person Only · 1 Hour

We meet in person to review your finalized Will and Powers of Attorney, answer any remaining questions, and execute (sign) all documents in the presence of witnesses. Execution must take place in person — this is a legal requirement.

Witnesses for Session 2

Please plan to bring 2 witnesses to your execution appointment. Witnesses must be adults who are not beneficiaries under your Will and not named as attorneys in your Powers of Attorney. They will witness the signing of your Will and all POA documents in the same session. If you are unable to arrange witnesses, we can provide them for an additional fee of $199 + HST — this fee covers the full signing appointment for all documents. Please let us know in advance if you will need this.

What to Bring to Session 2

Government-issued photo ID (passport, driver's licence, etc.)
Your 2 witnesses, or let us know in advance if you need us to arrange witnesses ($199 + HST)
Any questions about the draft documents — we will walk through everything together

Fee Estimator

Select the services that apply to your situation. Your draft invoice updates in real time.

Your Name (for invoice)

Will + 2 POAs — You

Will, Power of Attorney for Property, Power of Attorney for Personal Care

$499 + HST

Will + 2 POAs — Spouse / Second Person

A separate set of documents for your spouse or partner

$499 + HST

Mutual Wills Contract

Binds both Wills so neither can be changed unilaterally after the other passes. Requires spouse's Will above.

$299 + HST for both spouses combined

Witness Arrangement — You

We arrange 2 independent witnesses for the execution of your Will and any POA documents — all documents signed in the same session. Fee covers the full signing appointment.

$199 + HST

Witness Arrangement — Spouse / Second Person

We arrange 2 independent witnesses for execution of your spouse's Will and any POA documents — all documents signed in the same session. Requires spouse's Will above.

$199 + HST

Staged Distribution of Property — You

Distribute your estate in stages (e.g., a portion at age 25, the remainder at 30). Your lawyer will explain this option at Session 1.

$99 + HST per Will

Staged Distribution of Property — Spouse / Second Person

Staged distribution for your spouse's Will. Requires spouse's Will above.

$99 + HST per Will

Hospital / Bedside Visit

Lawyer attends in person at a hospital, long-term care facility, or similar location — $500 per visit

Visits:

$500 + HST / visit

Commissioned Copies

Certified copy of any document (Will or POA) — $50 each

Quantity:

$50 + HST

Persaud Hussain LLP

Barristers & Solicitors

169 Enterprise Blvd, Markham, ON | 15 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON
(416) 826-1155 | info@persaudhussain.com

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This is a draft estimate for planning purposes only. A formal retainer agreement will be provided by your lawyer prior to any work commencing. Fees are subject to change.

Instructions Intake Form

Please complete all sections below. The more detail you provide, the better we can serve you.

Complete this form after Session 1 — your lawyer will have already explained everything at that meeting. The more detail you provide here, the better your documents will reflect your wishes.

Instructions Received!
Your instructions have been sent to Persaud Hussain LLP. We will review them and be in touch to confirm your Session 2 appointment for document execution.

A. Personal Information

Full Legal Name *

Date of Birth *

Full Residential Address *

City *

Province *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Occupation

B. Marital & Relationship History

LAWPRO requires full history, not just current status.

Current Marital Status *

Current Spouse/Partner Full Legal Name

Prior Marriages or Relationships:

Do you have a domestic contract or separation agreement with anyone?

Yes No

Brief description of contract/agreement

C. Children & Dependants

Do you have children? *

Yes No

Add each child:

Primary Guardian for Minor Children (Name & Relationship)

Alternate Guardian (Name & Relationship)

Are there any OTHER financially dependent individuals (not listed above)?

Yes No

Add each dependent individual:

D. Prior Wills & Documents

Do you have an existing Will?

Yes No

Approximate date made, and with whom?

Do you have an existing mutual or mirror Will with anyone?

Yes No

Name of other person

Are you and your spouse doing your Wills together and interested in a Mutual Wills Contract?

A Mutual Wills Contract is an agreement between two spouses that their Wills will not be changed after one of them passes away. Your lawyer will explain this option in full at Session 1.

Yes — interested in discussing this No Not sure — please explain

Do you have existing Powers of Attorney?

Yes No

Brief details of existing POAs (Property, Personal Care, or both)

E. Real Property

List any property you own, whether solely or jointly. If you own property jointly with your spouse, select Jointly with spouse/partner — the co-owner field will pre-fill with your spouse's name if you have already entered it above.

F. Financial Accounts & Registered Assets

Registered accounts (RRSP, TFSA, RESP, pension, life insurance) may pass outside your Will through designated beneficiaries. Please list them so we can review.

G. Other Assets

H. Liabilities

I. Executor

You may name up to three executors. If you name more than one, please indicate whether they act jointly (must agree and act together on all decisions) or jointly and severally (each may act independently). Most people name one or two executors, with the option to add a third as a further backup. Your lawyer will advise on what makes sense for your situation.

If more than one executor — How do they act?

Jointly (must act together) Jointly and Severally (may act independently) N/A — naming one executor only

Executor 1 (Primary)

Full Name *

Relationship to You *

Phone

Executor 2 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Phone

Executor 3 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Phone

Should the executor(s) be compensated?

Yes — standard compensation No To be discussed

J. Beneficiaries

Primary Beneficiary — Full Name *

Relationship to You *

What They Receive (e.g., "entire estate", "50%", etc.) *

If Primary Beneficiary predeceases you — What should happen?

Specific Bequests:

K. Funeral & Burial Wishes

Preference

Any specific funeral or burial instructions?

Organ Donation Wishes

L. Power of Attorney for Property

Your Power of Attorney for Property authorizes someone to manage your finances and property if you become incapable of doing so. You may name up to three attorneys. If you name more than one, please indicate whether they act jointly or jointly and severally.

If more than one attorney for property — How do they act?

Jointly (must act together) Jointly and Severally (may act independently) N/A — naming one attorney only

Attorney for Property 1 (Primary)

Full Name *

Relationship to You *

Attorney for Property 2 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Attorney for Property 3 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Should the attorney(s) be compensated?

Yes — standard No To be discussed

Any restrictions or conditions on the POA for Property?

M. Power of Attorney for Personal Care

Your Power of Attorney for Personal Care authorizes someone to make health, housing, and personal decisions for you if you cannot do so yourself. You may name up to three attorneys. If you name more than one, please indicate whether they act jointly or jointly and severally.

If more than one attorney for personal care — How do they act?

Jointly (must act together) Jointly and Severally (may act independently) N/A — naming one attorney only

Attorney for Personal Care 1 (Primary)

Full Name *

Relationship to You *

Attorney for Personal Care 2 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Attorney for Personal Care 3 (optional)

Full Name

Relationship to You

Any specific wishes regarding medical treatment or end-of-life care?

N. Additional Notes & Referral

Anything else you want your lawyer to know?

How did you hear about us? (optional)

Book a Meeting

Both Session 1 and Session 2 are one-hour appointments. Use the calendar below to book your next session.

Session 1 — No preparation needed. Just book and come ready to talk.
Session 2 — Book after completing your Instructions Intake and receiving your draft documents. Bring your photo ID and 2 witnesses.

1-Hour Appointment

Session 1 (virtual or in person) · Session 2 (in person — execution)

Included in flat fee · LAO clients billed pursuant to LAO

LAO certificate holders: time is billed pursuant to LAO. Call (416) 826-1155 with any billing questions.

Resources

Plain-language explanations and external resources to help you understand Wills, Powers of Attorney, and estate planning.

Understanding Wills & Powers of Attorney

What is a Will?

A Will is a legal document that sets out your wishes for what happens to your property and assets after you die. In Ontario, a valid Will must be signed in the presence of two witnesses.

What is an Executor?

The person you appoint to carry out the instructions in your Will, pay debts, file final tax returns, and distribute your estate.

What Happens Without a Will? (Intestacy)

Your estate is distributed according to the Succession Law Reform Act — not your wishes. A court may appoint someone to manage your estate and decide who cares for your children.

What is a Power of Attorney for Property?

A legal document that gives someone (your "Attorney") authority to manage your financial affairs and property if you become mentally incapable. It can also take effect immediately.

What is a Power of Attorney for Personal Care?

Authorizes someone to make decisions about your health care, housing, diet, and personal well-being if you cannot make those decisions yourself.

Why Do I Need Both POAs?

They cover different areas — one is for finances, one is for personal/health decisions. You can appoint the same or different people.

Ontario.ca — Wills & Estates

Official Ontario government information on wills and estate matters.

Learn More

Succession Law Reform Act

The Ontario legislation governing wills, intestacy, and estate distribution.

View Act

Substitute Decisions Act (POAs)

The Ontario law governing Powers of Attorney for Property and Personal Care.

View Act

Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee

Government office overseeing powers of attorney and guardianship matters.

Visit Site

Steps to Justice — Wills

Plain-language legal information about wills and estate planning.

Learn More

Legal Aid Ontario

Information on legal aid eligibility and services.

Visit Site

Contact Us

Get in touch with our Wills & Estates team.

Phone

(416) 826-1155

Call us directly to speak with Jared or Nazish. Our team aims to respond to all client inquiries within one business day.

Email

info@persaudhussain.com

For non-urgent matters and document sharing. Please do not send sensitive documents by email without speaking to your lawyer first.

Book a Meeting

Need to schedule time with Jared or Nazish? Head to the Book a Meeting tab above to choose a time that works for you.

Our Offices

Toronto:
393 University Ave, Toronto, ON

Markham:
50 Eagle Street West, Suite 100, Markham, ON

Case Updates

Your lawyer will contact you directly by phone or email with updates on your matter. There is no automated update system in this portal — all communication about your case comes directly from Jared or Nazish.

If you have not heard from us and expected to, please call our office or send an email to info@persaudhussain.com. We aim to respond to all client inquiries within one business day.