Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Court Services - Superior Court of Justice, Estates Administration

Application

For in-person filing please bring original will to public counter with all prescribed forms, available on website

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

No restrictions

Fees

Tax based on the full value of estate -- no tax for estates of $50,000 or under, $15 per $1000 over $50,000, other disbursement fees may apply

Languages

English ; French

Accessibility Note

Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance on Simcoe Street and barrier free washrooms

Description of Services:

Certificate of appointment of estate trustee either with a will or without a will

handles contested claims against estates
insurance of probate
accepts applications under the Substitute Decisions Act
file elections under the Family Law Act

All court appearances, other matters including civil claims, small claims and family law matters being heard in-person, or remotely, using video and teleconferencing

Individuals can apply for online proceedings at the following links: civil claims, small claims and family law matters