Overview
In corporate law, Sean specializes in guiding businesses through every stage of their lifecycle, offering strategic advice on incorporation, restructuring, tax optimization, and ownership transitions. His solutions are designed to foster growth, ensure compliance, and position businesses for long-term success. Sean also provides support to companies guiding them through the intricacies of obtaining Work Permits in Canada and executing successful Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA).
In estate planning and administration, Sean helps individuals and families protect their assets, minimize taxes, and create personalized plans that reflect their values and goals. Certified by the CPA (Ontario) in Estate and Trust Administration and Taxes, Sean collaborates closely with clients to craft wills, trusts, and succession plans that safeguard their legacies. He also supports executors with probate, estate settlement, and dispute resolution, providing clarity and peace of mind during complex processes.
Previously, Sean served as Senior Manager, Advisory Services – Personal Tax, Estate, and Wealth Planning at a national accounting firm in Toronto. In this role, he honed his expertise in tax minimization strategies, estate planning, and wealth management, solidifying his reputation as a trusted advisor for both corporate and individual clients.
Sean can be reached at (613) 592-0088 ext. 611 or scaulfeild@lmslawyers.com.
Practice Areas
Education & Qualifications
- Year of Call: 1994
- J.D, University Of Windsor Law School
- M.B.A, Wilfrid Laurier University
- Hon. B.A., University of Ottawa
Featured Work
Corporate Law
- Successfully facilitated mergers and acquisitions, including share and asset purchases, ensuring seamless transitions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in the incorporation and structuring of professional practices, such as dental and medical clinics, including the preparation of partnership, shareholder, and associate agreements.
- Negotiated and drafted commercial lease agreements for a variety of businesses, safeguarding client interests and securing favorable terms.
- Advised on the buy/sell of franchises, providing strategic legal counsel to ensure smooth transactions and alignment with franchise agreements.
- Directed corporate reorganizations, including restructuring ownership to maximize tax efficiency and facilitate long-term business growth.
- Orchestrated the transfer of family-owned businesses to the next generation, balancing legal, tax, and emotional considerations to preserve continuity and legacy.
- Guided a family-owned enterprise through a shareholder buyout, ensuring a transparent process and maintaining operational stability.
Tax and Estate Planning
- Successfully guided a family-owned corporation through an estate freeze to minimize future tax liabilities, preserve generational wealth, and establish a foundation for seamless succession planning.
- Developed tailored probate planning solutions for high-net-worth clients, incorporating multiple wills and strategic trust structures to reduce estate administration tax.
- Executed a corporate reorganization involving the establishment of family trusts, enabling income splitting and enhanced asset protection for a professional services firm.
- Structured testamentary charitable trusts to facilitate significant philanthropic contributions while optimizing tax benefits for the estate and heirs.
- Assisted executors in navigating the settlement of a contentious estate involving blended family dynamics, ensuring equitable distribution and minimizing disputes through effective mediation.
Business Immigration Law
- Sean provides dedicated support to individuals, professionals, entertainment industry members, and skilled workers, guiding them seamlessly through the intricacies of obtaining Work Permits in Canada.
- Sean showcases profound knowledge in executing successful Labour Market Impact Assessments, ensuring his clients meet all regulatory requirements and improve their chances of favorable outcomes.
- Catering to a diverse clientele, from entertainment moguls to specialized professionals, Sean tailors his services to the unique needs of each client, ensuring a personalized approach to their immigration and work permit concerns.