Kirsten Jenkins

Kirsten Jenkins dedicates her expertise to guiding individuals and families through the complexities of estate planning, trust management, business succession, and issues surrounding incapacity. She collaborates closely with clients and their financial advisors to craft personalized estate plans that address the specific needs and goals of each family.

Her advisory role extends to both individuals and financial entities on the nuances of estate and trust administration. This encompasses assistance with obtaining probate and administration grants, resolving interpretation dilemmas, clarifying the responsibilities and authorities of executors and trustees, as well as safeguarding the rights of beneficiaries.

Before establishing her private practice, Jenkins enriched her knowledge and skills by serving high-net-worth clients as a consultant at a leading Canadian financial institution. Her combined experience in the corporate and private sectors enhances her insight, making her an invaluable asset to her clients. Jenkins is deeply involved in the legal community, contributing to the Succession Law Reform Project, which influenced the government to adopt the Wills, Estates and Succession Act.

In addition to her practice, Jenkins actively shares her knowledge through lectures aimed at professionals and stakeholders in the industry. She has also penned numerous articles and publications on subjects related to estate planning, trusts, and administration.

Jenkins boasts a solid educational background with degrees in Law (LL.B.) and Science (B.Sc.) from the University of British Columbia, completing her studies in 1999 and 1996, respectively. She was admitted to the British Columbia bar in 2000, further solidifying her credentials in her field.

Her specialization in private wealth, trusts, and estates has garnered recognition across key industry sectors, particularly among financial institutions. Jenkins has earned accolades for her work, including being named among the Best Lawyers in Canada for Trusts and Estates from 2016 to 2024. The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory highlighted her expertise in Estate & Personal Tax Planning between 2016 and 2023, and she received recommendations for her role in Class Actions during 2016 and 2017. Furthermore, her contributions to Private Wealth Law in Canada have been acknowledged by Chambers and Partners in their Chambers High Net Worth Guide from 2017 to 2023, underlining her impact and leadership in the field.