VanderLeek Law
VanderLeek Law has served Calgary families for over 30 years, specializing in wills, estates, and trusts with particular expertise in protecting family members with long-term disabilities and maintaining government supports like AISH. They help parents and grandparents plan estat
- Emphasis on wills & estates
- Trust & estate focus
- Helps families with incapacity
- 51 client reviews (4.7★ average)
Strong fit for wills & estates.
VanderLeek Law has served Calgary families for over 30 years, specializing in wills, estates, and trusts with particular expertise in protecting family members with long-term disabilities and maintaining government supports like AISH. They help parents and grandparents plan estate distribution and support executors in carrying out their legal duties.
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What they're known for.
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Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- Wills, powers of attorney, and personal directives for individuals and couples
- Estate planning and probate for families with complex needs, including special needs dependents
- Clients with mobility limitations — home visits available
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- Response times can occasionally be slow; most clients report quick turnaround but at least one noted delays reaching the office
- In-home care or spouse loss — firm handles urgent estate matters and probate with short timelines
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.
“Everyone at VAnderLeek Law was professional, friendly and very knowledgeable. So easy to work with! We are so happy to have them involved in this very important work for our family.”
Excerpts from public Google reviews. See all reviews on the provider's Google listing.
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| VanderLeek Law · this provider | 51 | 4.7 | Wills & Estates |
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What legal services does VanderLeek Law specialize in? +
VanderLeek Law focuses primarily on estate planning, including wills, personal directives, enduring powers of attorney, trusts, and probate. Reviewers also mention disability advocacy as a service the firm offers.
Does VanderLeek Law work with families who have special needs dependents? +
Yes, multiple reviews note that the firm has experience with the legal complexities involved in planning for special needs family members, which clients found reassuring.
Can VanderLeek Law accommodate clients who cannot travel to the office? +
At least one reviewer confirmed that staff came to their home on two separate occasions due to a disability, suggesting the firm can arrange home visits when needed.
How quickly does VanderLeek Law typically complete wills and estate documents? +
Most reviewers describe a fast and efficient process, with documents completed after minimal meetings. One reviewer noted occasional delays in reaching the office by phone or email.
Are fees considered reasonable? +
Several reviewers specifically describe the fees as transparent, fair, and reasonable, and one noted that last-minute additions were incorporated without extra charges beyond the standard rate.
Does the firm handle urgent or time-sensitive estate matters? +
Reviewers describe the firm managing probate and estate issues under tight timelines with clear communication, suggesting they can handle urgent situations effectively.
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