Jeremy J. Herbert

Jeremy’s practice covers a broad spectrum of tax law, including tax planning, GST/HST matters, reorganizations and mergers. Jeremy has a particular interest in designing and implementing tax effective employee stock option plans for private corporations.

Jeremy graduated from the University of Alberta in 2004 with a combined LL.B/MBA degree, where he received a variety of academic awards. Prior to joining Felesky Flynn in 2007, he clerked at the Federal Court of Appeal and practiced law at a leading national firm in Calgary. Jeremy was managing partner for Edmonton, Saskatoon, and Toronto from 2015 – 2022.

From respected tax publications to vital regional conferences, Jeremy has contributed influential research and ideas to shape our industry. He is also recognized as a leading tax lawyer by The Best Lawyers in Canada™ and is ranked as a Leading Lawyer in Corporate Tax by Canadian Lexpert®.

An avid golfer, biker and skier, Jeremy promotes healthy lifestyles as a board member with the YMCA of Northern Alberta.

Credentials

• Governance Program for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises, University of Alberta, 2017
• In-Depth Tax Course (Parts I, II & III), CPA Canada
• In-Depth GST/HST Course, CPA Canada
• Called to the Saskatchewan Bar, 2015
• Called to the Alberta Bar, 2006
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) (with Distinction), University of Alberta, 2004
• Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Alberta, 2003
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm, Finance) (with Distinction), University of Calgary, 1998

Memberships & Affiliations

• Member, Canadian Bar Association
• Member, Canadian Tax Foundation
• Board Member – YMCA of Northern Alberta
• Past President & Director, Sport Central Association
• Past Chair, Tax Law Section (North), Canadian Bar Association