In Alberta, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) does not levy estate or inheritance taxes on deceased citizens or their property. That being said, there are probate [hyperlink to probate page] fees involved in resolving most estates. The Province of Alberta’s probate fees are relatively low; currently the maximum fee is $525. The more valuable the estate, the higher the government probate fees. There are also additional fees depending on the forms and applications necessary to probate the estate, ranging from $35 to $250 per form or application. For a current fee schedule, visit https://www.alberta.ca/court-fees.aspx. Lawyers’ fees for probating an estate vary depending on the size and complexity of the estate, the local rates, and the experience of the lawyer. Probate or estate lawyers typically charge either a flat fee, or a percentage of the value of the estate, or a combination of both. If you need help with probate fees or forms, or if you have questions about how much it costs to probate an estate in Alberta, call or email us for a free consultation.