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Estate Planning And Probate Lawyers in London, ON: 2026 rankings

28 estate planning and probate lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in London: Sandeep Masih Law Professional Corporation, LFR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 7:30 PM.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Nicola Circelli Law, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 28.

  3. 9

    Most-reviewed: Siskinds LLP, 163 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 28 ranked; ranked #9.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

28 London estate planning and probate lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 28 rated law firms.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in London 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.

Top 10 estate planning and probate lawyers in London at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Sandeep Masih Law Professional Corporation595.0★ (58)LondonSat · EveningsTop score
2Nicola Circelli Law585.0★ (30)LondonOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours
3Amin Law Professional Corporation584.9★ (113)London——
4MO'S LAW OFFICE575.0★ (69)London——
5Brown Beattie O'Donovan LLP574.5★ (115)London——
6Jim Dean Law Professional Corporation574.7★ (83)London——
7IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer564.5★ (10)LondonOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
8Lazar Law Firm564.6★ (77)London——
9Siskinds LLP564.1★ (163)London—Most reviews
10Gillard Law554.6★ (59)London——

All 28 estate planning and probate lawyers in London, 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.

  2. #2 Nicola Circelli Law

    Based in London

    58/100LFR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    585 Talbot St, London, ON N6A 2T2
    View profile for Nicola Circelli Law(519) 601-9977

  4. #4 MO'S LAW OFFICE

    Based in London

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 69 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    380 Wellington St Tower B, 6th Floor, London, ON N6A 5B5
    View profile for MO'S LAW OFFICE(519) 783-1455

  7. #7 IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer

    Based in London

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 10 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    30 Kanata Crescent, London, ON N6J 4R9
    View profile for IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer(289) 652-0529

  8. #8 Lazar Law Firm

    Based in London

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 77 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    200 Queens Ave Ste 615, London, ON N6A 1J3
    View profile for Lazar Law Firm(519) 601-9010

  9. #9 Siskinds LLP

    Based in London

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 163 Google reviews, the most in London.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 163 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    275 Dundas St Unit 1, London, ON N6B 3L1
    View profile for Siskinds LLP(519) 672-2121

  10. #10 Gillard Law

    Based in London

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 59 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    111 Waterloo St #105, London, ON N6B 2M2
    View profile for Gillard Law(519) 204-8222

  11. #11 Peter Norris

    Based in London

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Real estate attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1684 Birchwood Pl, London, ON N6K 4X3
    View profile for Peter Norris(226) 402-0823

  12. #12 Thomas A. Bates - Bates Law

    Based in London

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 35 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    151 Pine Valley Blvd, London, ON N6K 3T6
    View profile for Thomas A. Bates - Bates Law(519) 472-0330

  13. #13 Refcio & Associates

    Based in London

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.7★ from 128 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 128 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    380 York St, London, ON N6B 1P9
    View profile for Refcio & Associates(519) 858-1800

  14. #14 Hassan Law

    Based in London

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Legal services”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    The Chisholm Building, 142 Dundas St 3rd Floor, London, ON N6A 1G1
    View profile for Hassan Law(519) 432-4442

  16. #16 Cohen Highley LLP

    Based in London

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.6★ from 98 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 98 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    255 Queens Ave 11th Floor, London, ON N6A 5R8
    View profile for Cohen Highley LLP(519) 672-9330

  17. #17 Sandeep Masih Law office

    Based in London

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 10 AM–7:30 PM
    Address
    1751 Culver Dr, London, ON N5V 3G9
    View profile for Sandeep Masih Law office(905) 782-4641

  18. #18 Ferguson DiMeo Law

    Based in St. Thomas, 23 km away

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 60 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:45 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Canada Southern Railway Station, 750 Talbot St Ste 211, St Thomas, ON N5P 1E2
    View profile for Ferguson DiMeo Law(519) 633-8838

  20. #20 Bashier Law Office

    Based in London

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    341 Talbot St, London, ON N6A 2R5
    View profile for Bashier Law Office(519) 601-5550

  22. #22 Circelli Law

    Based in London

    51/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General practice attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    557 Talbot St, London, ON N6A 2S9
    View profile for Circelli Law(519) 673-1850

  23. #23 ADEGLORY LAW OFFICE

    Based in London

    50/100LFR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    151 B York St, London, ON N6A 1A8
    View profile for ADEGLORY LAW OFFICE(548) 388-3385

  25. #25 Doyle Prendergast Law Office

    Based in St. Thomas, 31 km away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 26 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10 Sydenham St E, Aylmer, ON N5H 1L2
    View profile for Doyle Prendergast Law Office(519) 773-3105

All 28 estate planning and probate lawyers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #28, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.

estate planning and probate lawyers in London, ranks 26 to 28
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Pentz David Law Office484.3★ (12)23 km
27Jerome A. Collins - Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public473.8★ (13)23 km
28Hennessey & Hogan474.1★ (13)27 km

Also serving London

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.

Unranked estate planning and probate lawyers serving London
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Arsh Law Office4.8★ (57)In London
Carlyle Peterson Lawyers LLP.4.5★ (51)In London
Cooper J Walter4.8★ (64)In London
Diversitas Law Group4.7★ (312)In London
Drake Law4.6★ (74)In London
Elizabeth S. Goldenberg Law Office4.7★ (74)In London
Family Law Group4.5★ (126)In London
Gianotti Family Law4.9★ (100)In London
Harrison Pensa LLP3.9★ (128)In London
IG Law Professional Corporation4.9★ (91)In London
Kelly Law4.4★ (58)In London
Lakin Afolabi Law - Criminal Lawyers - London, ON4.9★ (240)In London
Lerners LLP4.1★ (192)In London
Millars Lawyers London, Full-Service Law Firm4.8★ (273)In London
Patrice Samuel Robinson, Independent Associate of PPLSI | LegalShield Legal Services4.9★ (61)In London
Real Estate Lawyers4.7★ (87)In London
Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers4.8★ (72)In London
Waseer Law Office4.9★ (511)In London
Watad Law: Barrister & Solicitor4.9★ (63)In London
Worrad Murray & Associates4.7★ (69)In London

How we ranked London estate planning and probate lawyers

We scored 28 London 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn London data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%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 volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose an estate planning lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many estate planning and probate matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask what the flat fee includes: funding a trust, updates after life changes, and signing with witnesses.
  7. 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 London: frequently asked questions

Which estate planning lawyer has the highest LFR Score in London?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked estate planning lawyer in London, ON is Sandeep Masih Law Professional Corporation with an LFR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 58 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 7:30 PM. Nicola Circelli Law (#2) and Amin Law Professional Corporation (#3) follow. We ranked 28 estate planning and probate lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many estate planning and probate lawyers are there in London?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 28 estate planning and probate lawyers serving London, ON. 22 of them are based in London; 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 London are open 24/7?

2 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers in London post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Nicola Circelli Law (#2) and IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer (#7). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which estate planning and probate lawyers in London work on weekends?

4 of 28 ranked estate planning and probate lawyers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Sandeep Masih Law Professional Corporation (#1), Nicola Circelli Law (#2) and IQBAL LAW - Family Lawyer (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do London estate planning and probate lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 28 rated estate planning and probate lawyers in London is 4.5★, with a median of 37 reviews. Siskinds LLP has the most, 163 reviews, and ranks #9. 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 London count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 km of the London 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 London, 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 London, 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 London?

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 London

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 28 estate planning and probate lawyers serving London.

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