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1 July 2026

Estate Planning Pitfalls And How To Avoid Them From Start To Finish

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Torkin Manes LLP

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Torkin Manes LLP is a full service, mid-sized law firm based in downtown Toronto. Our clientele ranges from public and private corporations, to financial institutions, to professional practices, to individuals. We have built our firm from the ground up—by understanding our clients’ business needs, being results-oriented, practical, smart, cost-effective and responsive.
Daniel Stober and Brittany Sud chair the OBA Trust & Estates Law Program addressing critical estate planning challenges. The program examines how overlooked client intake questions, poorly drafted Will clauses, and ill-considered Power of Attorney appointments can create significant professional liability exposure, offering practical strategies to navigate these risks throughout the planning process.
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Daniel Stober and Brittany Sud are the Program Chairs of the OBA Trust & Estates Law Program "Estate Planning Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them From Start to Finish", taking place on July 16.

A single overlooked question during client intake, one poorly worded clause in a Will, or an ill-considered appointment in a Power of Attorney can lead to significant issues and exposure to professional liability. Join experienced lawyers as they share practical advice on how to avoid the pitfalls at every stage of the planning process. From the initial client meeting through to the execution of final documents, we’ll dissect common and not-so-common errors, review cautionary examples, and equip you with practical strategies to avoid these pitfalls. Register now to ensure you have the strategies you need to confidently navigate the estate planning process from start to finish.

For more information, please visit the Ontario Bar Association's website.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

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