Atty. Jacob Kaufman
Jacob began his legal career at one of the world’s largest law firms, practicing in the areas of estate and commercial litigation. He then focused exclusively on estate litigation at a well-known boutique firm, eventually becoming a partner, before joining Donovan Kochman LLP.
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Jacob Kaufman is a trusts attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Donovan Kochman LLP. Educated at University of Western Ontario (J.D.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Jacob began his legal career at one of the world’s largest law firms, practicing in the areas of estate and commercial litigation
- He then focused exclusively on estate litigation at a well-known boutique firm, eventually becoming a partner, before joining Donovan Kochman LLP. Jacob has acted as section 3 counsel and appeared before various levels of court, including the Superior Court of Justice and the Court of Appeal for Ontario
- He is a knowledgeable and tenacious advocate who strives to promote his clients’ interests
- Jacob has written articles for numerous publications and has presented to professional groups including The Advocates’ Society, the Estate Planners’ Council of Halton and the Ontario Bar Association
- He served as the chair of The Advocates’ Society Estates Litigation Practice Group and has been recognized by 2023’s edition of Best Lawyers in Canada in the area of trusts and estates, and by Chambers and Partners’ 2022 High Net Worth Guide rankings for Private Wealth Disputes
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Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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