Need a lawyer in Cranbrook? Call Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries for criminal defence, family law, civil litigation and more

Have you been accused of a crime? Are you dealing with a challenging family law matter? Do you need help with wills and estate planning or probate?

Put your mind at ease. Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries offers a wide range of legal services in Cranbrook and the East Kootenay region, including criminal defence, family law, wills & estates, probate, and the notarization of important documents.

This experienced legal team provides professional and personalized support during the most pivotal moments in your life. Trust Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries for knowledgeable guidance and dedicated service when you need it most.

Need a lawyer in Cranbrook to handle your criminal defence, real estate, family law, wills & estates, probate, or other legal matter? Smith Alliance is in your corner.

Dealing with a complicated legal matter? Give Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries a call at 250-426-4352 or 1-877-426-6810 (toll-free) before you do anything else.

Five-star customer reviews for Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries in Cranbrook:

“I highly recommend using Smith Alliance Lawyers & Notaries, I had a 1.5 hour deadline to get my affidavit notarized and they squeezed me in at a moment’s notice. The atmosphere and energy of the staff made my experience so much better! They were kind, funny and very helpful. I will be using Smith Alliance for any future needs I may have!” ~ Sarah, Google reviewer

“I can't say enough about the fantastic support we received from Meranda and her team ! We had some legal issues come up while in Cranbrook and Smith Alliance helped us get through the worst part. The Court House actually referred us to Smith Alliance, Meranda put up with our weekly dumb questions and was very patient. This team is awesome, thanks very much. Should be 10 stars :)” ~ Mike, Google reviewer

“We have used Smith Alliance for the last two property purchases. They were professional, friendly and thorough both times. Even when we had a difficult duplex purchase they spent the time to explain everything in detail to satisfy our curiosity.” ~ Granden and Myra, Google reviewers

Need a Cranbrook lawyer to handle a family law matter?

Are you dealing with a family law dispute? Considering a divorce? Facing issues with property division or child/spousal support? Is custody, guardianship, or access to your children in question?

Divorce and separation are among the most stressful experiences a family can endure.

Whether your Cranbrook family law matter involves negotiating a separation agreement before marriage or addressing plans after the dissolution of a marriage or common-law relationship, the impact can be significant. Smith Alliance offers a comprehensive range of family law services backed by years of practical experience in handling the delicate aspects of families in transition. Their knowledgeable team of lawyers takes every family law case very seriously, approaching each with the utmost understanding and strict confidentiality.

Family law matters handled include:

• Divorce
• Spousal maintenance
• Child custody, guardianship and access
• Child support
• Division of property
• Marriage and cohabitation agreements
• Separation agreements
• Enforcement of court orders and judgments
• Mediation
• Restraining orders

Let Smith Alliance help: Visit their Family Law page to learn more.

Smith Alliance handles criminal law in Cranbrook

Have you been arrested or charged with a crime? Don’t take on this stressful situation alone. If you need representation for a criminal law matter, Smith Alliance can help!

Duncan Smith, a former Crown Prosecutor and seasoned criminal defence lawyer, is ready to assist you with any criminal charges you may be facing, and works to resolve matters and minimize the stress of navigating the court system whenever possible. Smith Alliance in Cranbrook is here to help.

Criminal law matters handled include:

• Assault
• Dangerous Driving
• Fraud
• Impaired Driving
• Motor Vehicle Offences
• Robbery
• Theft

Smith Alliance is on your side: Check out Smith Alliance’s criminal law page to learn more .

Need a lawyer to help with wills and estates in Cranbrook?

Why do I need a will?

The importance of having a will in place can not be overestimated. Having a valid will allows you to decide how your assets are distributed after your passing and to whom. It also enables you to appoint a legal guardian for any minor children. Without a will, your assets will be distributed, and guardians for minor children will be appointed according to British Columbia legislation.

What is a Power of Attorney, and why is it important?

A Power of Attorney is a document that designates someone to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. It is only valid during your lifetime and ceases upon your death. This document does not grant the authority to make health or personal care decisions for you.

Representation agreement versus an advance directive: What is the difference?

A representation agreement allows you to appoint someone to make health and personal care decisions on your behalf when you are no longer capable of doing so yourself. In contrast, an advance directive is a legally binding document that outlines your specific health care decisions for situations where you cannot make those decisions yourself. An advance directive is binding on both health practitioners and any representative you have appointed through a representation agreement.

Smith Alliance can assist with the following will and estate matters:

• Drafting wills, powers of attorney and representation agreements;
• Assisting clients to structure their estate plan;
• Ensuring that you have plans in place to deal with the possibility of a temporary or permanent incapacity;
• Recording and storing all documents in a fireproof safe;
• Testamentary and inter vivos trusts;
• Assisting clients draft their health directives/representation agreements;
• Committee applications so clients can assist their ailing loved ones who no longer can make decisions for themselves.

Get assistance with your will and probate matters: Check out Smith Alliance’s website to learn more.

Contact Smith Alliance when you need a notary in Cranbrook

Notary services are essential for ensuring the authenticity and legality of documents. Notaries act as impartial witnesses in the signing of important papers, such as legal contracts, affidavits, and real estate documents. They help prevent fraud by verifying the identity of signatories and ensuring that documents are signed willingly and knowingly. Notary services provide peace of mind by offering a layer of protection and legitimacy to the notarization of important documents.

Hire an experienced Cranbrook notary: Visit the Smith Alliance notary services page to learn more.