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===Where should I keep my will?=== | ===Where should I keep my will?=== | ||
Keep the original will with your lawyer or notary, or in a safety deposit box at your bank. That way the will is in a permanent, safe, and fireproof location. Your executor will need your original will (not a copy) to give to the probate registry. You should let your executor know where you keep your will and other important documents, so they know where to get it. | Keep the original will with your lawyer or notary, or in a safety deposit box at your bank. That way the will is in a permanent, safe, and fireproof location. Your executor will need your original will (not a copy) to give to the probate registry. You should let your executor know where you keep your will and other important documents, so they know where to get it. | ||
===How much does a will | ===How much does it cost to get professional help to make a will?=== | ||
It depends on how complex your situation is. Most lawyers and notaries charge a fee that reflects the time, skill, and responsibility involved. Discuss the fees with your lawyer or notary when you call to arrange a meeting. You should be able to get free | It depends on how complex your situation is. Most lawyers and notaries charge a fee that reflects the time, skill, and responsibility involved. Discuss the fees with your lawyer or notary when you call to arrange a meeting. You should be able to get free estimates. Feel free to shop around and compare prices. | ||
===What if I made a will in another province?=== | ===What if I made a will in another province?=== | ||
If you made a will in another province and now live in BC, your will may work in BC. You need to see a lawyer to find out. | If you made a will in another province and now live in BC, your will may work in BC. You need to see a lawyer to find out. | ||
== | ==Who can help== | ||
===With preparing a will=== | ===With preparing a will=== | ||
A notary public can help you prepare a will. The '''Society of Notaries Public of BC''' offers a list of notaries in the province. | A notary public can help you prepare a will. The '''Society of Notaries Public of BC''' offers a list of notaries in the province. | ||
* Call 604-681-4516 in the Lower Mainland | |||
* Call 1-800-663-0343 (toll-free) | |||
* [https://www.snpbc.ca/ Visit website] | |||
'''Access Pro Bono''' offers an in-person clinic in Vancouver staffed by volunteer lawyers to help low-income seniors (ages 55+) and people with terminal illnesses prepare a will. | '''MyLawBC''' is an online resource from Legal Aid BC. It steers you in preparing a simple will through a set of questions. It also gives information on wills and personal planning documents such as powers of attorney and representation agreements. | ||
* [https://mylawbc.com/paths/wills/ Visit website] | |||
'''Access Pro Bono''' offers an in-person clinic in Vancouver staffed by volunteer lawyers to help low-income seniors (ages 55+) and people with terminal illnesses prepare a will. | |||
* Call 604-424-9600 | |||
* [http://www.accessprobono.ca/willsclinic Visit website] | |||
===More information=== | ===More information=== | ||
The '''Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre & Registry''' has detailed information on all aspects of personal planning, including fact sheets, forms, and videos. | The '''Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre & Registry''' has detailed information on all aspects of personal planning, including fact sheets, forms, and videos. | ||
* [http://www.nidus.ca/ Visit website] | |||
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