Ranked #1 in Guelph
Based in Kitchener, 22 km away
60/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 263 Google reviews, the most in Guelph.
Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in Guelph, ON: 2026 rankings
61 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Guelph: VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm, LFR Score 60/100; 4.9★ from 263 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Guelph Lawyer - Joseph M. Pellizzari, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 61.
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Most-reviewed: GOAD AND GOAD LLP, 237 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 61 ranked after VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
61 Guelph estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 61 rated law firms.
Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm | 60 | 4.9★ (263) | Kitchener, 22 km away | Sat · Sun | Top score |
| 2 | Guelph Lawyer - Joseph M. Pellizzari | 58 | 4.2★ (57) | Guelph | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | Pervez & Pervez Law | 57 | 4.9★ (37) | Cambridge, 14 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Travers Law | 57 | 4.7★ (131) | Guelph | — | — |
| 5 | GOAD AND GOAD LLP | 56 | 4.9★ (237) | Cambridge, 21 km away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Senior Home Care by Angels, Cambridge & Guelph | 55 | 4.8★ (24) | Cambridge, 17 km away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Kay Law Professional Corporation | 55 | 4.8★ (180) | Kitchener, 20 km away | — | — |
| 8 | Christopher G. Rogers, Lawyer & Notary | 54 | 5.0★ (33) | Guelph | — | — |
| 9 | Cameletti & Cameletti Law Office | 54 | 4.5★ (63) | Guelph | — | — |
| 10 | Khan Law | 54 | 4.7★ (133) | Milton, 31 km away | Sat · Evenings | — |
All 61 estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Guelph
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Cambridge, 14 km away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#4 Travers Law
Based in Guelph
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 131 Google reviews.
Based in Cambridge, 21 km away
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 237 Google reviews.
Based in Cambridge, 17 km away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Home health care service”.
Based in Kitchener, 20 km away
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 180 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Based in Guelph
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 63 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.
#10 Khan Law
Based in Milton, 31 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 133 Google reviews.
#11 Beckett Karen A
Based in Cambridge, 22 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Estate planning attorney”.
Based in Kitchener, 23 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 111 Google reviews.
#13 Travers Law
Based in Cambridge, 17 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 104 Google reviews.
#14 Kinder Lawyers
Based in Cambridge, 21 km away
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 156 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
54/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
#16 SV Law
Based in Guelph
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.0★ from 107 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
#18 Wahab Law
Based in Kitchener, 21 km away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 80 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#20 Pavey Law LLP
Based in Cambridge, 21 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 136 Google reviews.
Based in Cambridge, 21 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.4★ from 122 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
#23 Lennox & Penney
Based in Cambridge, 19 km away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 66 Google reviews.
Based in Guelph
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Milton, 30 km away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.
Estate planning and probate lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 61 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Patel Law Professional Corporation | 51 | 4.9★ (72) | 33 km |
| 27 | Flaherty Terrence J | 51 | 4.5★ (11) | In Guelph |
| 28 | Joseph Fera Law Office | 51 | 3.9★ (19) | In Guelph |
| 29 | Garg Law Professional Corporation | 50 | 5.0★ (41) | 38 km |
| 30 | Cohen Highley LLP | 50 | 4.2★ (84) | 22 km |
| 31 | Adam Szymura - Lawyer | 50 | 5.0★ (18) | 16 km |
| 32 | Flesher & Mann | 50 | 3.4★ (21) | In Guelph |
| 33 | Travers Law | 50 | 4.8★ (50) | 31 km |
| 34 | W. Gerald Punnett | 50 | 3.1★ (31) | In Guelph |
| 35 | M & Company | Lawyers Kitchener | 49 | 5.0★ (22) | 23 km |
| 36 | Smits Law | 49 | 4.9★ (43) | 37 km |
| 37 | Valeria Ruoso Law Firm | 49 | 5.0★ (15) | 21 km |
| 38 | Brown Lawyers | 49 | 4.8★ (52) | 37 km |
| 39 | VMOST Law Professional Corporation (Lawyers & Notary Public) | 49 | 5.0★ (12) | 20 km |
| 40 | Andrade, Filomena Law | 49 | 4.0★ (28) | 19 km |
| 41 | Yule Professional Corporation | 48 | 4.4★ (23) | 23 km |
| 42 | Morgan and Phillips LLP | 48 | 4.5★ (34) | 31 km |
| 43 | PSH Lawyers (formerly Pettitt Schwarz) | 48 | 4.5★ (13) | 21 km |
| 44 | Matt Milczarczyk Lawyer | 48 | 4.7★ (15) | 23 km |
| 45 | Parton Law Group | 48 | 5.0★ (30) | 39 km |
| 46 | Michael J Schmidt | 47 | 3.7★ (6) | 23 km |
| 47 | Richard Law Office | 47 | 3.9★ (25) | 25 km |
| 48 | Khanna Kokila | 47 | 2.7★ (11) | 22 km |
| 49 | Tania Harper Family Law | 47 | 3.9★ (19) | 23 km |
| 50 | Melville, Krotz Lawyers | 47 | 4.1★ (9) | 21 km |
Also serving Guelph
20 more estate planning and probate lawyers within 40 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A.Circelli Law | 4.6★ (25) | In Guelph |
| Black & Wood Law Office | 4.5★ (17) | In Guelph |
| Brown Family Law | 4.9★ (36) | In Guelph |
| Elevate Law Group | 4.9★ (233) | In Guelph |
| Ellison Law | 5.0★ (13) | In Guelph |
| GREATRIX LAW | 4.8★ (24) | In Guelph |
| Guy D. E. Farb | 4.4★ (14) | In Guelph |
| HNT Law | 4.9★ (54) | In Guelph |
| Mark Graham Law Office | 4.5★ (94) | In Guelph |
| Mathew Poole Law | 5.0★ (13) | In Guelph |
| Matthew W Stanley Law Office | 4.8★ (20) | In Guelph |
| Maxwell Gordon P Law Ofc | 4.4★ (16) | In Guelph |
| Moon Law | 4.7★ (12) | In Guelph |
| Peter A. McSherry Employment Lawyer | 4.0★ (45) | In Guelph |
| Purves-Smith Law | 4.6★ (49) | In Guelph |
| SorbaraLaw | 3.8★ (26) | In Guelph |
| Tony & Ledi Real Estate - Your Home SOLD Guaranteed or We'll Buy It! | 5.0★ (32) | In Guelph |
| Wilson Law | 4.6★ (22) | In Guelph |
| Woolcott Krashinsky LLP | 3.7★ (69) | In Guelph |
| Wrong Tax Law | 4.4★ (14) | In Guelph |
How we ranked Guelph estate planning and probate lawyers
We scored 61 Guelph estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Guelph data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an estate planning lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an estate planning lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do I need a trust, or is a will enough for me?
- What does probate usually cost here, and how long does it take?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph: frequently asked questions
Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Guelph?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in Guelph, ON is VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm with an LFR Score of 60/100. It has 4.9★ from 263 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Guelph Lawyer - Joseph M. Pellizzari (#2) and Pervez & Pervez Law (#3) follow. We ranked 61 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in Guelph?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 61 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Guelph, ON. 14 of them are based in Guelph; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph are open 24/7?
3 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Guelph Lawyer - Joseph M. Pellizzari (#2), Pervez & Pervez Law (#3) and Senior Home Care by Angels, Cambridge & Guelph (#6). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph work on weekends?
6 of 61 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm (#1), Guelph Lawyer - Joseph M. Pellizzari (#2) and Pervez & Pervez Law (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Guelph estate planning and probate lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 61 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph is 4.5★, with a median of 30 reviews. VRS Law Firm - Real Estate, Wills & Probate Firm has the most, 263 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank estate planning and probate lawyers?
Each estate planning lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do estate planning and probate lawyers outside Guelph count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 km of the Guelph city centre, our service radius for estate planning and probate lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can estate planning and probate lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph, ON charge?
Wills and powers of attorney are often a flat fee; estate administration is billed hourly or as a percentage the court may review. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
Provincial law decides who inherits, usually the spouse and children in set shares, and a court appoints an administrator. A will lets you decide instead. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of estate planning and probate lawyers in Guelph, ON ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Guelph?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Guelph
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 61 estate planning and probate lawyers serving Guelph.
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