Atty. William D. MacRae
William is an Associate Counsel with Harper Grey and chair of our Wills & Estates Group. William is also a member of our Business Law and Estate Litigation Groups.
Trusts and Estates Attorney · 50+ Years Experience
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William D. MacRae is a trusts attorney, practicing at Harper Grey LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1976). Educated at University of British Columbia (LL.B., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
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About William D. MacRae
- William is an Associate Counsel with Harper Grey and chair of our Wills & Estates Group
- William is also a member of our Business Law and Estate Litigation Groups
- William focuses his practice on helping clients set up wills, trusts and use other tools that help them preserve wealth and transfer it to their beneficiaries in the way they want
- At the same time, he advises them regarding the laws that could impact on what they want to do
- He carefully considers the entire estate including family businesses, real estate holdings, investment assets, family trusts, pensions and life insurance to provide a comprehensive view
- He also reviews charitable intentions and discusses structures
- William often works with colleagues at trust companies and accounting firms to structure his services to provide comprehensive solutions for his clients
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William D. MacRae brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Trusts Practice
Concentrating on trusts means William D. MacRae's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
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