Catherine Olsiak

Catherine A. Olsiak, a distinguished partner at SimpsonWigle LAW, dedicates her practice to ensuring individuals navigate life transitions with peace and assurance, focusing on Wills, Estates, Trusts, Incapacity Planning, and Health Law. She excels in crafting estate plans that mirror the complex and evolving needs of clients and their families, embedding the essence of their life stories into the legal framework.

Catherine's expertise is particularly beneficial to business owners and corporate entities seeking seamless transitional and succession planning. Collaborating closely with corporate attorneys and tax specialists, she offers holistic estate and succession strategies that encompass a broad spectrum of client needs.

Her practice encompasses guiding clients through various life stages, including marriage, family planning, and addressing end-of-life considerations. Moreover, Catherine is adept at managing crisis scenarios, such as sudden illnesses or the incapacity of family members, with sensitivity and professionalism.

Catherine's approach to estate planning is comprehensive, accommodating the intricate details of modern family dynamics, including considerations for divorced, remarried, or disabled individuals and their dependents. Her proficiency extends to the drafting of powers of attorney and advising financial institutions on related matters.

With a background in nursing within Toronto's top hospitals and a Master's in Community Health and Epidemiology, Catherine's medical insights enrich her legal counsel, allowing her to address her clients' personal and financial well-being from a broader life perspective.

Her patient and thorough approach stems from a desire to understand clients holistically, recognizing that knowledge of their life stories enhances the effectiveness of her legal guidance. Catherine distinguishes herself by rejecting the notion of transactional law, instead focusing on her role within the community and advocating for her clients' broader interests.

Catherine's passion for her work is evident in her curiosity about her clients' backgrounds, which she finds both interesting and rewarding. This interest extends to her involvement in the community, reflecting her commitment to making a tangible difference beyond the confines of her legal practice.

Admitted to the Bar in Ontario in 1998, Catherine's educational background includes a Law degree, a Master’s in Community Health and Epidemiology, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her affiliations with the Law Society of Ontario, the Canadian Bar Association, and her active participation in community health and legal assistance programs underscore her dedication to her field and her community.