Parslow Rita LLP

Parslow Rita LLP Parslow Rita LLP is an innovative boutique law firm dedicated to client-first, strategic and dynamic representation We are not just another law firm.

We implement exceptional and lean practice management methods to provide you with more value out of our legal services. The law is never simple. But it is our passion. What drives us at Arra Law Firm is an unshakable dedication to provide outstanding client services as well as fulfilling careers for passionate lawyers and other legal professionals.

Did you know that in Ontario for purchase agreements signed on or after April 1, 2026, buyers must register their purcha...
08/31/2026

Did you know that in Ontario for purchase agreements signed on or after April 1, 2026, buyers must register their purchase with Tarion within 45 days of signing.

Starting January 1, 2027, missing the deadline could mean reduced deposit protection under a separate fund capped at $15 million annually.

✔️ Applies to new freehold homes
❌ Does not apply to new condominiums
✔️ Registration can be completed by your lawyer or real estate agent

A real estate lawyer can review your agreement, explain your deposit protection and help ensure important deadlines are not missed.

Contact our office for more comprehensive advice on your new-build purchase.

We are honoured to serve as Presenting Sponsor of Law Suits 2026 in support of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.T...
06/19/2026

We are honoured to serve as Presenting Sponsor of Law Suits 2026 in support of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.

This event brings together leaders from Canada’s legal community and celebrated designers to advance life-changing cancer research and early detection.

Proud to stand alongside so many incredible advocates working to create meaningful change.

We are pleased to welcome Jayde James as our newest Associate Lawyer.Jayde maintains a practice focused on civil litigat...
06/09/2026

We are pleased to welcome Jayde James as our newest Associate Lawyer.

Jayde maintains a practice focused on civil litigation, estates and guardianship matters, family law, and related disputes. She brings experience in contractual disputes, fiduciary and estate related claims, guardianship proceedings, and family law matters, providing clients with thoughtful advocacy and practical solutions.

A graduate of the Lincoln Alexander School of Law, Jayde’s experience within the justice system has shaped her client centred approach and strong understanding of litigation strategy, court procedure, and effective advocacy.

Welcome to the team, Jayde!

For Canadians aged 65 and older, two options worth exploring are Alter Ego Trusts and Joint Partner Trusts.• Alter Ego T...
06/04/2026

For Canadians aged 65 and older, two options worth exploring are Alter Ego Trusts and Joint Partner Trusts.

• Alter Ego Trust
Allows you to transfer assets into a trust while maintaining control and receiving all income generated by those assets during your lifetime. Upon death, the assets can be distributed according to your wishes without going through probate.

• Joint Partner Trust
Designed for couples, this trust works allows both spouses or partners to benefit from the trust assets during their lifetimes. The trust continues until the death of the surviving spouse or partner, after which assets are distributed to beneficiaries according to the trust terms.

These trusts may offer benefits such as:

✔️ Probate fee reduction
✔️ Greater privacy and confidentiality
✔️ Incapacity planning support
✔️ Simplified estate administration
✔️ Enhanced control over wealth transfer

Estate planning is about creating a strategy that protects your legacy and provides peace of mind for your family.

Parslow Rita LLP helps individuals and families navigate estate planning with confidence and clarity.

Every will tells a story.It is a deliberate act of meaning for the people you love, and the causes that matter to you.At...
05/13/2026

Every will tells a story.

It is a deliberate act of meaning for the people you love, and the causes that matter to you.

At ’s Donor Stewardship event, our own Anisa Rita had the privilege of speaking on estate planning strategies and what it truly means to draft a will that reflects your intentions, your values, and your legacy.

The right plan doesn’t just transfer wealth. It carries your voice forward and can shape the future of healthcare and beyond.

The breakfast also featured Dr. Maria de Villa, former Chief of Cardiology at St. Joseph Health Centre (pictured here).

We are pleased to introduce our associate, Joanna Michalopoulos, whose practice focuses on civil and administrative disp...
05/11/2026

We are pleased to introduce our associate, Joanna Michalopoulos, whose practice focuses on civil and administrative disputes.

Joanna trained at the Kingston Community Legal Clinic, where she managed a high-volume caseload and represented clients before administrative tribunals. Her experience includes preparing appeal materials before the Divisional Court and working through complex issues of statutory interpretation, procedural fairness, and standards of review.

Joanna has also been actively engaged in access to justice initiatives through her work with Pro Bono Ontario’s Free Legal Advice Hotline. She was selected as the East Region winner of the Ontario Bar Association’s Hotline Pro Bono Regional Challenge, recognizing her contributions to providing legal support to Ontarians across the province.

We are pleased to introduce our associate, Joanna Michalopoulos, whose practice focuses on civil and administrative disp...
05/11/2026

We are pleased to introduce our associate, Joanna Michalopoulos, whose practice focuses on civil and administrative disputes.

Joanna trained at the Kingston Community Legal Clinic, where she managed a high-volume caseload and represented clients before administrative tribunals. Her experience includes preparing appeal materials before the Divisional Court and working through complex issues of statutory interpretation, procedural fairness, and standards of review.

Joanna has also been actively engaged in access to justice initiatives through her work with Pro Bono Ontario’s Free Legal Advice Hotline. She was selected as the East Region winner of the Ontario Bar Association’s Hotline Pro Bono Regional Challenge, recognizing her contributions to providing legal support to Ontarians across the province.

Testamentary spousal trusts remain one of the most sophisticated estate planning tools available, particularly for high ...
05/07/2026

Testamentary spousal trusts remain one of the most sophisticated estate planning tools available, particularly for high net worth, blended, and business owning families. But the strategy is only as strong as the drafting behind it.

One poorly drafted clause can unintentionally trigger tax consequences, create family conflict, or undermine the very protections the trust was meant to provide.

In estate planning, details are everything.

At Parslow Rita, we advise clients on strategic estate planning with a practical, thoughtful, and long term approach designed to protect both wealth and relationships across generations.

Sabina Mexis is a tax lawyer whose practice is devoted to sophisticated tax and estate planning for individuals, familie...
05/05/2026

Sabina Mexis is a tax lawyer whose practice is devoted to sophisticated tax and estate planning for individuals, families, and business owners.

Her expertise is particularly pronounced in the areas of cross-border taxation, as well as trust and estate structuring, where she advises on the preservation, transfer, and protection of wealth across jurisdictions and generations.

Sabina has completed Parts I and II of the In-Depth Tax Course offered by CPA Canada and is designated as a Trusts and Estates Practitioner (TEP) with STEP Canada. She is an active member of the Law Society of Ontario, STEP Canada, and the Canadian Tax Foundation.

Working closely with accountants, financial advisors, and other professional stakeholders, Sabina develops and implements comprehensive tax minimization strategies. Her work includes estate freezes, corporate reorganizations, will and succession planning including the preparation of primary and secondary wills, the establishment of family trusts, alter ego and joint partner trusts, and sophisticated probate planning.

In addition to her core practice, Sabina advises on executive compensation and retirement planning, as well as philanthropy and strategic charitable giving. She also provides tax guidance to charities and not-for-profit organizations, and represents clients in disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency.

A respected voice in her field, Sabina is a frequent speaker on tax matters and a contributor to numerous professional publications, where she shares insights on evolving tax policy and planning strategies.

We are pleased to welcome Irit Gertzbein, acting as counsel to the firm’s trusts and estates practice.Irit is a trusted ...
05/04/2026

We are pleased to welcome Irit Gertzbein, acting as counsel to the firm’s trusts and estates practice.

Irit is a trusted advisor to individuals embarking on estate planning or estate administration, bringing a thoughtful and highly strategic approach to her work. She holds the Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP) designation, an internationally recognized credential reflecting advanced expertise in estate planning and administration.

Irit has worked for many years at leading Toronto law firms, as in-house at a major financial institution, and as the principal lawyer of her practice where she specializes in trusts and estates law. Irit advises high-net-worth clients on complex estate planning and on estate administration matters.

Irit's areas of expertise include succession law, drafting and interpretation of Wills, creation of testamentary and inter-vivos trusts involving blended families, multi-jurisdictions, designed to minimize tax exposure, protect assets from creditors, and provide cross-generational preservation of capital. As well, Irit's expertise lies in customized incapacity planning and complicated estate administration, including intestacy.

Irit represents executors, trustees and beneficiaries regarding their rights and obligations, whether in the administration of estates and trusts, or in the area of succession planning and transfer of wealth, providing her clients with sound legal advice and practical guidance, assisting them to navigate through difficult technical legal issues.

Irit has contributed to publications including Advising the Family-Owned Business (Canada Law Book). She is a former assistant editor of the Ontario Bar Association’s Trusts and Estates Section newsletter.

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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