Sarah Almon receives Trust and Estate Practitioner designation
Halifax lawyer Sarah Almon has become a certified Trust and Estate Practitioner, following the completion of membership requirements for the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (“STEP”). A global network of professionals, STEP requires eligible individuals to enroll in a two year course involving exams and papers on a variety of trust and estate topics, in order to receive this internationally-known designation.
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Charlottetown partner Jennifer MacPherson has recently been elected as President of the Law Society of Prince Edward Island. Her experience, integrity and exemplary community service will assist Jennifer as she works to maintain excellence in…
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