https://www.simonelaw.ca/home daily 1.0 2025-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/27b9453b-f71a-4ee8-84d5-0de96a412738/White+Rose+Photo+2+.jpg Home Estate Administration https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/7085155c-58e6-4cda-88ce-02cfe06cb712/Pink+Rose+Photo+.jpg Home Family Law https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/f82efd2d-a365-4b7c-9885-f154e367c63b/Yellow+Rose+Photo+.jpg Home Estate Planning https://www.simonelaw.ca/reviews daily 0.75 2025-06-21 https://www.simonelaw.ca/legal-services daily 0.75 2025-06-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/560a9910-cefb-4540-b608-48d5450a747a/Yellow+Rose+Photo_Light.jpg Legal Services - LEGAL SERVICES: Estate Planning Unfortunately, things can happen unexpectedly in life. Having a proper Estate Plan in place can provide some peace of mind that your wishes will be known upon your death. Proper Estate Planning can also ensure that (i) you appreciate which Assets pass through your Estate, (ii) you appreciate which Assets pass outside of your Estate and (iii) you have a comprehensive plan in place that accords with your wishes, responsibilities and potential obligations. We do not know what life has in store for us. Any one of us could become incapacitated during our lifetime — having Powers of Attorney for Property and Personal Care in place enables you to decide who you wish to act as your decision maker should you no longer be in a position to make property and/or personal care decisions for yourself. Having Powers of Attorney in place can help ensure that if the unexpected happens, your chosen individual(s) will have clear direction and guidance as to what your wishes are. The Estate Planning services we offer are as follows. Will Primary Will Secondary Will Power of Attorney for Property Power of Attorney for Personal Care https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/8df27c86-351e-43f7-8a67-7dd523e7cd30/Pink+Rose+Photo_Light.jpg Legal Services - LEGAL SERVICES: Family Law The breakdown of a relationship is undoubtedly a stressful time when emotions often run high and issues of the utmost importance i.e. parenting, support and property are involved. During this difficult time, we can assist you in reaching a resolution to your matter whether that involves negotiating a resolution outside of a judicial forum or advocating for you in a court proceeding. We are able to assist you with the following family law issues: Parenting Issues Child Support Special and Extraordinary Expenses Spousal Support Equalization of Net Family Property Property Issues Divorce Domestic Contracts We are also able to assist with the preparation of a: Cohabitation Agreement Marriage Agreement Separation Agreement https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/74dc43c2-8124-4369-834d-7e0fc3e19ecb/White+Rose+Photo+2_Light.jpg Legal Services - LEGAL SERVICES: Estate Administration There are no words to describe the pain and suffering that comes with the loss of a loved one. During such a difficult time it may feel overwhelming to navigate the process of the administration of the Estate on one’s own. Depending on the circumstances of an individual’s death i.e. if they died testate i.e. With a Will or intestate i.e. Without a Will, different considerations and processes may apply. Whether you are simply seeking legal advice and assistance in regards to the probate process or wish for us to take a more active role and assist with the administration of an Estate, we will be able to assist and guide you through all aspects of Estate Administration. https://www.simonelaw.ca/contact-us daily 0.75 2025-06-26 https://www.simonelaw.ca/about daily 0.75 2025-06-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60215986da04d36071c8ec5b/aebdf545-85eb-4368-bf65-79bb93427a20/MPP_4417-2.jpg About - Maria Simone (B.A. (Hons.) LL.B.) Barrister and Solicitor Maria graduated from Osgoode Hall School and has been practicing in the areas of Family Law, Estates and Estate Planning (i.e. Wills and Powers of Attorney) since her call to the Bar of Ontario in 2006. Prior to obtaining her law degree, Maria graduated Cum Laude, with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in History from York University. Maria recognizes the sensitive nature of the family and estate issues that many of her clients face and is committed to providing clients with quality service in a compassionate, considerate and understanding manner.