Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Trusts and Estates
Lou-Anne Farrell joined Harrison Pensa as Counsel in 2022 to help build our Estate Litigation practice. She has been practicing in the Estate Litigation field for over 35 years. Her practice includes will challenges, spousal and dependent’s claims, removal of executors and contested estate audits, as well as Power of Attorney litigation, capacity litigation, the appointment of guardians, and Breach of Trust claims. Her expertise in this field is recognized locally and throughout the pro...
Sheila practices in all areas of estates and trusts litigation, and has built a reputation as a skilled and tenacious advocate. Based on her expertise in this area, her peers have repeatedly elected her one of the Best Lawyers in Canada. Sheila is pragmatic, and clients value her knack for getting to the heart of an issue, and providing results-driven and cost-effective legal advice. Sheila acts for individuals and their families, trust companies, financial institutions and charitable organiz...
Ayda Tabrizi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Ayda, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ayda is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Leanne Kuchynski is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Leanne, who practices law in London, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leanne is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
John Morrissey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. John, who practices law in London, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jennifer Lewis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Jennifer, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jennifer is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Sanaya Mistry is an Associate in the Wills, Trusts and Estates Practice Group at WeirFoulds LLP with a practice that focuses on estate and trust planning as well as estate administration. Prior to joining WeirFoulds, Sanaya worked as a Senior Trust Officer at a well-known trust company where she managed complex trust, guardianship, and power of attorney accounts. Earlier in her career, she practised in the area of trusts and estates at a leading estate litigation boutique in Toronto.
Pritika Deepak advises clients on a variety of issues pertaining to wealth management, estate and family planning. As a part of her practice, Pritika assists clients in developing tax-effective plans to allow for an orderly and efficient transfer of wealth in accordance with clients' wishes. Pritika regularly prepares documents relevant to estate planning and administration, corporate reorganizations, including estate freezes, domestic and cross-border wills, trusts and powers of attorney. Pr...
Lori Isaj is an associate in the Wills, Trusts and Estates Practice Group at WeirFoulds. Prior to joining WeirFoulds, Lori practiced at a full-service mid-sized law firm in the area of Trusts and Estates. She advises clients on estate planning and tax planning related to wills and domestic trusts. Lori has experience in preparing and advising clients on powers of attorney for property and for personal care. She advises estate trustees and beneficiaries on all aspects of estate administration ...
Anna Chen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Anna, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Anna is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Karen J. Hagman is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Karen J., who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Karen J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Alice Colquhoun is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Alice, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Alice is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Mohena Singh advises clients on a range of issues pertaining to wealth preservation and succession planning. As part of her practice, Mohena works with clients to build estate plans and prepare for the transfer of wealth while considering tax-related issues. She routinely drafts wills, powers of attorney, and trust documents. Mohena has a broad estates and trust practice with a focus on succession planning. She collaborates with high net-worth clients to build sound estate plans and provide a...
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