Protecting what matters most
Law Offices of Evelyn V. Sylvester
“Estate Planning, the Novel Way.
Secure your future with modern trusts, strategic legacy planning, and peace of mind for generations to come. Your legacy, your way — redefined in Ontario”
Area of Practice
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Estate Planning
Personalized estate planning to protect your assets and provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
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Asset Protection
Smart legal strategies to shield your assets from lawsuits, creditors, and financial risks.
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Retirement Planning
Tailored strategies to secure your financial future, minimize taxes, and ensure a steady income throughout retirement.
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Cross Border Retirement Plan
We asssist families holding assets and retirement accounts in both the U.S. and Canada.
Last Will or Trust?
High Net Worth Individuals in Ontario: Use both:
A trust (e.g. Alter Ego Trust) to hold the lion’s share of wealth—bypasses probate, keeps privacy, and addresses incapacity.
A will to handle any residue and name guardians or executors for assets not placed in trust or for minors.
This blended plan offers flexibility, efficiency, and control.
Retirement Planning: RRSP, RRIF
Retirement planning is an essential component of modern estate planning, as millions of Canadians have significant wealth tied up in retirement accounts such as RRSP, RRFI, and similar tax-advantaged plans. These accounts often represent the largest asset in an individual’s, yet their unique legal and tax complexities are frequently overlooked or underserved.
The Time Has Come: Last Wills Must Address Digital Assets
As life becomes increasingly digital, so do our assets. From treasured photos stored in the cloud to crypto currencies, from email accounts to monetized YouTube channels, our lives are woven into the digital world in ways unimaginable just a decade ago. Yet, many Toronto residents overlook these digital assets when planning their estates—risking confusion, financial loss, and even identity theft for their loved ones.
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Let’s ensure your wishes are clearly documented and your loved ones are protected..
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