To protect your family and enjoy peace of mind, it is important to plan for the future pragmatically. We can advise you when drafting your will so your loved ones clearly understand how you wish to distribute your property and affairs. We also prepare protection mandates in anticipation of incapacity so you can appoint someone to manage your affairs or care for your children if necessary.
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By preparing your will, you ensure that your property is distributed according to your wishes after your death. You simplify matters for your loved ones and protect them. Your notary at Nadeau et Monast Law Firm will help you consider different scenarios and every aspect of your family and financial situation.
A notarized will is custom-made, clear, complete, and secure. Your original will will be safely kept in your notary’s records and registered with the Chambre des notaires du Québec’s wills registry, making it easy to locate after your death. Since notarized wills do not require probate, your heirs save both time and money.
The Civil Code of Quebec grants no inheritance rights to common-law spouses. Without a will, your assets will not automatically pass to your partner, even if you lived together for many years. Instead, your estate will be distributed among your legal heirs according to the law. Drafting a will helps avoid unpleasant surprises for your loved ones.
Without a will, minor children automatically inherit part of your estate upon your death. Quebec law imposes strict rules governing the administration of a minor’s assets, including formalities for managing or selling property. A notarized will can help your family avoid many complications.
If a person loses decision-making capacity due to illness or accident, they may be considered legally incapable. A protection mandate allows you to appoint someone to manage your affairs and property in your best interest should incapacity occur. You may also appoint a guardian for your children if necessary.
As notaries, we are legally authorized to officiate civil marriages throughout Quebec. Couples are free to marry in the location of their choice. At Nadeau et Monast Law Firm, we are pleased to ensure your civil wedding ceremony proceeds smoothly and reflects your wishes.
We also assist with estate settlements. Contact us for more information.