Miller Thomson LLP | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
A lawyer since 1985
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5 out of 5 stars
Joan, a distinguished member of the Miller Thomson Tax Group, specializes in the nuanced fields of private corporation taxation, trusts, and estate planning. With an impressive background in both domestic and international tax strategies for owner-managed businesses and their stakeholders, Joan excels in steering entrepreneurs through the complexities of succession planning for their enterprises and families.
Her expertise is regularly showcased through lectures at various professional and business gatherings, including events hosted by the Canadian Tax Foundation, Ontario Bar Association, and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), among others. Moreover, Joan's contributions to the tax discourse extend to her writings for esteemed tax publications and her role as the editor of “Tax and the Owner-Manager,” a quarterly dispatch from the Canadian Tax Foundation.
Joan's professional accolades are numerous, featuring recognition in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory for her prowess in Corporate Tax and Estate & Personal Tax Planning for 2024. Her editorial work for the Canadian Tax Foundation and her past leadership roles, including a governorship and executive committee membership at the Foundation, underscore her influence in the field. Additionally, her involvement with the Canadian Tax Foundation's Annual Conference Planning Committee and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (Canada) Tax Technical Committee highlight her commitment to advancing tax law. Her volunteer efforts were honored with the Volunteer of the Year Award by STEP Toronto in 2021.
Admitted to the Ontario bar in 1985, Joan's foundation in law was solidified by her JD from the University of Toronto, positioning her as a leading figure in tax law, deeply committed to guiding business owners through the intricacies of taxation and estate planning.