Organization: Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Court Services - Superior Court of Justice, Estates Administration
Phone Numbers: 416-326-2940
Fax: 416-326-2939
Email: toronto.estates@ontario.ca
Website: www.attorneygeneral.jus.gov.on.ca
Address:
330 University Ave 9th Fl
Toronto, ON
M5G 1R7
Location: Cross street: University Ave and Queen St W
Accessibility Notes: Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance on Simcoe Street and barrier free washrooms
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm


Public service counter - Mon-Fri 9 am-11 am, 2 pm-4 pm
Service Description: 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



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
Application: For in-person filing, bring original will to public counter with all prescribed forms, available on website
Eligibility / Target Population: No restrictions
Languages: English ; French
Area Served: Bolton Caledon, Bramalea, Brampton, Burlington, Dufferin, Durham North East, Durham West, East Mississauga, East York, Etobicoke, Halton Hills, Milton, North Etobicoke, Malton, West Woodbridge, North West Mississauga, North York, Oakville, Scarborough, Scarborough North, Scarborough South, South Etobicoke, South West Mississauga, Toronto, York - Toronto, York Region
See Also: Courts and Court Assistance
Last Updated: 5/27/2024
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=132703

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