Oliver O'Brien, LLM, Student
Oliver joined WEL Partners in October of 2022. Oliver holds a Masters in Law from University College London, a Qualifying Law Degree from the University of Kent (United Kingdom) and has recently completed his Legal Practice Course from the University of Law, London.
Whilst in London, Oliver was a regular volunteer at the Marylebone soup kitchen which served as a place for shelter, food and community to London’s homeless and elderly. Working with vulnerable isolated people was an enriching experience and exposed him to the complex challenges that they face. This reinforced his passion for effective legal practice and its role in helping people resolve personal challenges.
Oliver has a particular interest in wills and estates, as well as the relationship between law and medical ethics, including end-of-life decisions, capacity and consent. Legal areas that play an important role in family life.
He believes in the power of mediation and communication as a means for successful dispute resolution and is confident in his ability to helps clients navigate the sometimes complex world of law and legal practice.
In his spare time, Oliver enjoys playing sports, travelling, volunteering and reading history.
Latest Blog Posts
- York Region Condominium No. 570 v. Edery: Court prohibits Daughter from Occupying Mother’s Condominium Due to Elder Abuse
- The Minimal Evidentiary Threshold and Power of Attorney Disputes
- Tyndall v. Noyes: Does a Life Interest in a Property include Exclusive Possession and the ability to collect rent?
- Renunciation vs. Resignation of an Estate Trustee: An Important Distinction
- Yvette Poirier v. the Estate of Paul Poirier: Court Determines Transfer of Property Invalid with Consideration of Retrospective Capacity Assessments
- Tessaro v. Gora, Ontario Superior Court Confirms 15-Year Limitation Period Applies from Date of Negligent Will Drafting