+358 44 517 4941 ilse.kaarnavaara@ladylex.fi Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 15 A 11, 6 krs, 00260 Helsinki
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Probate, wills and estate planning in Helsinki

  • Durable powers of attorney
  • Inheritance and probate matters
  • Wills and marital agreements

Attorney-at-law Ilse Kaarnavaara (formerly Lehtimaja), Asianajotoimisto Lady Lex Oy, Helsinki. Previously at Asianajotoimisto Asianaiset (2011–2026). First contact and case assessment are free of charge.

Estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and secure your future — whether facing death, divorce, or unexpected illness. A carefully prepared will helps avoid disputes between heirs. A well-drafted prenuptial or postnuptial agreement minimizes conflict in the event of divorce. A durable power of attorney allows you to determine in advance who will manage your affairs if you are no longer able to do so due to illness. I will meet with you personally to review your situation and prepare the appropriate documents — a will, marital agreement, or durable power of attorney — so you can confidently safeguard your future and your family's well-being.

When to get in touch?

You want to prepare a will, prenuptial agreement, or durable power of attorney
After a loved one's death, probate or estate distribution is needed
Estate distribution is disputed or unclear
You need advice on the rights of a surviving spouse or heir

How we proceed

Get in touchIn a free assessment I review your situation and how I can help
Agree on a meetingWe discuss what you want to achieve and how it can be done
RepresentationBy preparing a precise and comprehensive document — such as a prenuptial agreement, will, or other instrument — future disputes can often be avoided. Promoting amicable solutions is part of an attorney's ethical duties. Many agreements require a prescribed form to be valid. I advise clients and draft the document that fits each situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I make a will?
A will is worth preparing when you want to protect your loved ones' position or guide how property is distributed. A carefully drafted document helps prevent disputes. The first discussion is free of charge.
Is Ilse Lehtimaja or Asianaiset the same as Lady Lex?
Attorney-at-law Ilse Kaarnavaara (formerly Lehtimaja) worked at Asianajotoimisto Asianaiset from 2011 to 2026 and was a partner there from 2018 to 2026. In 2026 she founded Asianajotoimisto Lady Lex Oy. Read the full answer →

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First contact and initial assessment are free. Briefly describe your situation, and we will work together to determine the best next steps.

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Phone
+358 44 517 4941
Email
ilse.kaarnavaara@ladylex.fi
Office
Pohjoinen Hesperiankatu 15 A 11, 6 krs
00260 Helsinki, Finland