Brian is an associate in a business law group at Goodmans. His practice focuses on pensions and benefits, as well as trusts and estates.
Brian advises plan sponsors and administrators on pension and benefit plan governance, administration, design and all other regulatory matters. He also advises on pension and benefit issues arising in corporate transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, mergers and corporate reorganizations.
Brian represents high-net-worth individuals, trustees, estate beneficiaries and private corporations on comprehensive estate planning, trust creation, corporate reorganizations and will drafting.
Before joining Goodmans, Brian was at a global consulting firm, advising clients on pension law within the corporate sector.
Voyant Beauty Holdings, LLC, in its acquisition of the personal care business of KIK Custom Products Inc., a leading North American manufacturer for prestige beauty, over-the-counter and household products
Berkshire Partners LLC in connection with the investment in VetStrategy and Groupe Daubigny, Canada’s leading and largest operator of veterinary clinics
Credentials
Professional Involvement
Brian is a regular course presenter for the Pension Plan Administration Certificate (PPAC) program at Humber College.
Education
University of Windsor, University of Detroit Mercy, LL.B. / J.D., 2010
Professional Affiliations
Law Society of Ontario
Canada Bar Association, Pension Sector
Ontario Bar Association
International Pension & Employee Benefits Law Association
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