Robin Hammond
Toronto
Summary
Results-driven lawyer with seven years of experience advising clients in estate planning and estate administration. Thorough understanding of the law and practical strategies of wills and succession, substitute decision makers, estates, trusts, and related corporate and tax law. Proficient in drafting wills and powers of attorney. Leverages excellent legal analysis and communication skills to craft detailed estate plans. Seeks opportunity to leverage STEP acquired skills for the benefit of high net worth clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wills & Estates Lawyer, Firm Founder
12th Mile Law Professional Corporation
04.2016 - 10.2023
- As a sole practitioner, had personal carriage of files from business development through intake to completion of the matter.
- Drafted wills and powers of attorney, including multiple will structured plans for clients with corporate interests.
- Prepared and filed Applications for Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee With/Without a Will.
- Advised estate trustees on estate administration matters.
Student at Law
Aaron & Aaron, Barristers And Solicitors
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Prepared Applications for Appointment as Estate Trustee With and Without a Will.
- Assisted in all aspects of estate administration.
- Transitioned to independent carriage of estate administration files.
- Continued carriage of estate administration files as a part-time contractor until December 2019, overlapping with launch of my firm, 12th Mile Law.
- Conducted legal research and wrote memoranda.
- Interviewed clients and drafted their wills and powers of attorney.
Legal Intern
Solace Settlement Services
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Reviewed legal information and proofed documentation for errors.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
- Assisted principal in client meetings and case conferences.
Education
J.D. -
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON06.2014
Skills
- Establishing Effective Relationships
- Legal Interpretation and Adaptation
- Legal Document Preparation
- Organization and Administration
- Estate Planning
- Legal Counseling
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Knowledge of Federal and Provincial Laws
memberships and affiliations
STEP Affiliate Member
Junior Trusts and Estates Practitioners
Toronto Lawyers Association
Law Society of Ontario, 2015
Timeline
Wills & Estates Lawyer, Firm Founder
12th Mile Law Professional Corporation
04.2016 - 10.2023
Student at Law
Aaron & Aaron, Barristers And Solicitors
12.2014 - 09.2015
Legal Intern
Solace Settlement Services
06.2012 - 08.2012
J.D. -
University of Ottawa
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