I am a tax partner practicing in a mid-sized law firm in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. But I am also a wife, friend, foodie, fierce supporter of local business, and a spin class enthusiast!

When I tell people I am a tax lawyer, I typically receive one of the following reactions:

• Reaction #1: Lawyer joke (I have heard them all)

• Reaction #2: So, I have this problem… I have not filed my taxes in the last couple of years because I was trying to launch my new business venture…

• Reaction #3: What does it mean to be a tax lawyer?

Reaction #3 has forced me to do some thinking about what it means to be a tax lawyer, and why I love what I do.

I am a problem solver. My passion is to help people navigate their way through problems that seem insurmountable. This includes helping business owners structure their affairs to ensure compliance with relevant tax laws, and providing support for entrepreneurs who are looking to establish and implement a strategic plan for their business goals.

I believe that EVERYONE deserves to understand the foundations of our Canadian income tax system. I fell into the practice of tax law despite the fact that I really dislike spreadsheets and have always found math to be challenging. But guess what? I learned about tax, and you can too!