Underwood Gilholme
Underwood Gilholme is Calgary's premier wills and estates boutique serving the Bow Valley region, offering comprehensive estate planning and administration services including wills, probate, powers of attorney, and personal directives. The firm features multiple lawyers recognize
- Emphasis on wills & estates
- Trust & estate focus
- Long-standing local firm
- 31 client reviews (4.9★ average)
Strong fit for wills & estates.
Underwood Gilholme is Calgary's premier wills and estates boutique serving the Bow Valley region, offering comprehensive estate planning and administration services including wills, probate, powers of attorney, and personal directives. The firm features multiple lawyers recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada for trusts and estates work.
Multiple reviewers say they procrastinated for years — families recommend not waiting until a health crisis
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What they're known for.
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Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- Estate planning, wills, and powers of attorney for seniors and families
- Setting up wills, personal directives, and powers of attorney
- Out-of-province family members managing a loved one's estate remotely
Ask first if
- Financial advisors frequently refer clients here — asking your advisor for a referral is a common entry point
- Spouse loss or parent health decline prompting urgent estate documentation
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Calgary families.
Calgary, AB
In their own words.
“Our financial advisor recommended Johnathon N to update our will. It was a very good first meeting very thorough and put a lot of concerns to rest. Peace of mind.”
“Consistently a positive experience. Highly recommend!”
Excerpts from public Google reviews. See all reviews on the provider's Google listing.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood Gilholme · this provider | 31 | 4.9 | Wills & Estates |
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| Property Law Firm CB LLP | Calgary South | 544 | 5.0 | — |
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What legal services does Underwood Gilholme provide? +
Underwood Gilholme specializes in wills, estate planning, powers of attorney, personal directives, and estate administration. Multiple reviewers worked with lawyers and planners at the firm on these documents.
Can Underwood Gilholme help if I live outside Alberta? +
At least one reviewer from another province worked with the firm remotely to administer a parent's estate, and found the process manageable with the firm handling matters on their behalf.
Is Underwood Gilholme suitable for urgent or time-sensitive estate situations? +
Several reviewers noted the firm responded quickly and worked efficiently even when a family member's health was rapidly declining, completing documents in a timely and organized manner.
Who are some of the lawyers or planners clients have worked with at the firm? +
Reviews mention Christianne Murphy, Jonathan Ng, Emily Smyth, Terry Gilholme, and Kelsey Humphries as practitioners clients have worked with and recommended by name.
Is estate planning at Underwood Gilholme suitable for blended families? +
At least one reviewer specifically noted receiving excellent advice for a blended family situation over multiple interactions with the firm.
What can I expect if I have never done estate planning before? +
Multiple first-time clients describe being guided patiently through every step, having all questions answered without feeling rushed, and finding the overall process much simpler than expected.
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