About Geoffrey
Geoffrey White, K.C.: Expert Estate and Will Planning Attorney in Vancouver
Estate and will planning is intensely personal and meaningful—it culminates into a person’s lasting legacy. However, it is often difficult to find the time and resources to make those important decisions. Geoffrey White, K.C., supports our clients with this burden and ensures that their estate goals are implemented in ways that protect wealth and avoid costly complications. With over 20 years of experience specializing in trusts, estates, and tax planning, Geoffrey offers sophisticated legal solutions tailored to your unique circumstances, providing peace of mind for you and your family’s future.
Work Highlights showcase Geoffrey’s dedication to achieving exceptional outcomes for his clients. He has successfully navigated complex situations, including assisting a prominent BC business family in implementing a tax- and cost-efficient transfer of wealth to their next generation—a plan that remains private, protected, and offers lasting security for their family’s future. Geoffrey expertly managed a large, high-conflict estate through intricate tax and corporate concerns, and he secured a multi-million dollar settlement for a beneficiary who had been disinherited. These successes demonstrate his profound knowledge of wills, estates, trusts, and related tax laws.
Geoffrey’s Deep Expertise extends far beyond simple estate planning. His practice has formed a deep understanding of the rules and laws governing wills, estates, trusts, and related tax matters, enabling him to proactively address potential issues and minimize risk. He is a Certified Trust and Estate Practitioner, a testament to his high-level estate work and more than 10 years of experience, and has completed the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants In-Depth Tax Course.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning: Including Trusts, Wills, and Company Reorganizations – We develop comprehensive strategies to ensure your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.
- Organizing and Governance of Societies, Charities and Tax-Effective Donations – Expert guidance for philanthropic endeavors.
- Estate and Trust Administration: Including Probate and Non-Probate Solutions – Streamlining the administration process for a smooth transition.
- Estate & Trust Accountings – Precise financial management of your estate assets.
- Defending and Prosecuting Claims Against the Validity of Wills: Including Interpreting and Proving Wills, Undue Influence and Incapacity Claims, and Wills Variation Claims – Strong legal representation to protect your estate’s integrity.
- Lifetime Planning for Incapacity: Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, and Committeeship Applications – Ensuring continuity of care and control.
Leadership and Influence Geoffrey’s expertise extends beyond individual client representation. As a National Past-Chair of the Elder Law section of the Canadian Bar Association (CBA), he has been a sought-after authority in his field, leading industry initiatives and shaping legal policy. He played a crucial role in the implementation of the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA) (2014), serving on the project committee and contributing to its educational rollout. Notably, he put together policy positions for Medical Assistance in Dying, making legislative recommendations for the Department of Justice for incorporation into what has now been passed in legislation – demonstrating his commitment to staying at the forefront of legal changes.
Recognized Excellence Geoffrey’s dedication to excellence is further recognized through his numerous accolades, including being Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2019, repeated recommendation in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory® (since 2020), and inclusion in Best Lawyers in Canada (Trusts and Estates) since 2019.
The law is the tool that we can use to ensure that our wishes are respected and objectives are met. Geoffrey finds it humbling to advise our clients through some of their most fundamental decisions, helping to carry out what is important at the end of their lives. He ensures that people can have autonomy while their values and loved ones are protected for the long-term. Contact Geoffrey White, K.C. today to discuss your estate planning needs and secure your family’s future.
