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Parslow Rita LLP, Mississauga, ON (2026)

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!

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.

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).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

05/01/2026

Anisa Rita is an experienced business and real estate lawyer and a builder of firms and communities.

Anisa advises entrepreneurs, investors, and families on complex real estate and business transactions, as well as dispute resolution. She brings over a decade of experience across corporate law, real estate, and civil litigation, with a reputation for being sharp, composed, and deeply client-focused.

An graduate with advanced negotiation training from Anisa approaches her work with a disciplined mindset and foresight grounded in clear analysis and real-world outcomes. She began her legal training in insurance defence, where she developed a foundation in litigation, risk assessment, and strategic advocacy.

Before co-founding Parslow Rita, Anisa founded and led her own firm, building it into a modern, client-centered practice recognized for innovation, including a proprietary client portal application and subscription-based legal services that challenged traditional delivery models.

Beyond her practice, Anisa is a committed leader in the legal and broader community. She is the founder and past president of the and former President of reflecting a commitment to mentorship and advancing the legal profession.

Anisa currently serves as a Council Member at and as a Board Member of the , where she contributes to governance, strategic direction, and fundraising initiatives supporting healthcare and community development. These roles reflect her view that meaningful legal practice extends beyond individual clients to building stronger communities.

At Anisa is focused on building a firm that reflects that vision, combining high-level legal expertise with modern systems, strong relationships, and a commitment to excellence that scales.

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04/30/2026

Kerri Parslow is perhaps best known as the Founder and CEO of an Official Partner event of the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, a nationally recognized fundraising initiative that brings together leaders in the legal profession to walk the runway in support of early cancer detection and innovative research.

Beyond that platform, Kerri brings more than 20 years of experience to her family law practice, advising clients through complex, high-stakes matters with clarity, focus, and discernment.

Now Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Parslow Rita LLP, Kerri represents professionals, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals in sophisticated disputes involving property, support, and complex financial structures. Her work is defined by a thoughtful, strategic approach and a steady hand in challenging circumstances.

She began her career in commercial litigation at a leading national firm in Toronto, a foundation that continues to shape her analytical approach and decision-making. Her move into family law was a deliberate one - bringing that same rigor to a practice that demands both precision and perspective.

A certified collaborative practitioner and trained mediator, Kerri is known for guiding clients through pivotal transitions with care and intention, always focused on achieving practical, strategic outcomes.

At Parslow Rita LLP, Kerri is focused on building a modern, high-performing firm grounded in thoughtful strategy, strong ex*****on, and a deep commitment to client service.

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