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Robert Santia

Associate Admitted to the Ontario Bar: 2016
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Robert finds satisfaction in identifying and solving complex tax issues for the benefit of his clients. With a keen eye for details, and an in-depth understanding of tax law, Robert provides creative solutions to meet his clients’ needs. Recognizing that every matter is unique, he works collaboratively with his clients to provide customized tax solutions to achieve their goals.

As a member of the firm's Tax Group, Robert’s practice focuses on personal estate and tax planning. He also has experience in business tax planning, with a particular focus on corporate reorganizations.

Other Languages

French
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Mandarin Chinese (Conversational)

Awards & Recognition

  • LL.M. in Taxation Award, Peter A. Allard School of Law, University of British Columbia

Professional Involvement

Memberships

  • Canadian Bar Association
  • Canadian Tax Foundation
  • Law Society of Upper Canada
  • Ontario Bar Association

Selected Publications

“Multi-Jurisdictional Pre-Immigration Planning,” co-authored with Rachel Blumenfeld, Ed Powles, Emma-Jane Weider, Alon Kaplan, Lyat Eyal, Stanley A. Barg and Eric Dorsch, in Trusts & Trustees, ttx118, Oxford University Press, September 2017.

“Tax-Efficient Gifting to Canadians by Non-Residents: Some Issues and Considerations,” co-authored with Rachel Blumenfeld, New York State Bar Association and Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners' (STEP) 13th Annual International Estate Planning Institute, March 2017.

“Voluntary Disclosures Program,” Tax Profile, February 2017.

"The Income Tax Act and Estate Planning: The Law of Unintended Consequences," co-authored with Ed Esposto, Ontario Bar Association Annual Institute-Trusts and Estates Law Section, February 9, 2017.

“Principal Residence Exemption: Trusts and Non-Residents,” co-authored with Jack Bernstein, Canadian Tax Highlights, Volume 25, Number 1, January 2017.

"Court Backs Move of Trust’s Residency," The Bottom Line, January 2017.

“Discretionary Trusts and Ontario Net Family Property,” co-authored with Nathan Wright, Canadian Tax Focus, Volume 6, Number 4, November 2016.

Insights

Publications Article Feb 27, 2018 Highlights of the 2018 Federal Budget

Education

  • LLM in Taxation, Peter A. Allard School of Law, the University of British Columbia, 2015
  • JD, University of Toronto, 2014
  • BA (with Distinction), McGill University, 2010

Expertise