About Sarah
Sarah B. Jenkins: Expert Trusts and Estates Attorney in Vancouver
Sarah B. Jenkins is a dedicated and experienced Trusts and Estates attorney providing comprehensive legal guidance to individuals and families in Vancouver, British Columbia. With a strong foundation in estate planning, estate administration, and trust administration, Ms. Jenkins is committed to safeguarding your assets and ensuring your wishes are honored. She brings a meticulous approach, combined with a genuine understanding of the profound personal and financial implications involved in these complex areas of law.
Ms. Jenkins’ career is built on a commitment to providing personalized legal solutions. Having begun her career with extensive experience in estate planning and administration within a smaller Vancouver law firm, she transitioned to Farris’ Private Client Services group to further enhance her expertise and offer clients access to a broader range of sophisticated legal resources. Her focus is on building long-term relationships with clients, founded on trust, open communication, and a proactive approach to navigating the often-challenging landscape of inheritance, estate distribution, and trust management.
Prior to joining Farris, Ms. Jenkins honed her skills through articled and associate positions, gaining invaluable experience across a diverse range of estate-related matters. This background allows her to address a wide spectrum of client needs, from simple wills and trusts to complex estate litigation and intricate probate cases. She’s adept at guiding clients through significant life events – such as the loss of a loved one, the purchase of property, or the establishment of a family business – ensuring their estate plans are both effective and aligned with their unique circumstances.
During her time at Michigan State University College of Law, Sarah distinguished herself with a rigorous academic record and a particular interest in international legal issues. Her participation in the Summer Law Program in The Hague, Netherlands, studying international criminal law and war crimes, provided her with a unique perspective on the complexities of legal systems and the importance of meticulous record-keeping – skills she consistently applies to her practice. She was recognized for her outstanding achievements, earning the prestigious Jurisprudence Achievement Award for the highest achieving student in Agriculture Law, demonstrating her dedication to thorough research and a deep understanding of legal principles.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Estate Planning: Ms. Jenkins assists clients in creating comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts (including testamentary and inter vivos trusts), powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. She ensures these documents accurately reflect your wishes and are designed to minimize estate taxes and probate costs.
- Estate Administration: When a loved one passes away, Ms. Jenkins expertly guides families through the often-complicated process of administering the estate, including probate, asset valuation, debt management, and distribution of assets according to the deceased's will or the laws of intestacy.
- Trust Administration: She provides ongoing support for trust beneficiaries and trustees, overseeing trust investments, distributions, and compliance with trust terms.
Education & Credentials:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) – Michigan State University College of Law, 2018
- Jurisprudence Achievement Award – Highest Achieving Student, Agriculture Law
- Summer Law Program, The Hague, Netherlands – Studied International Criminal Law and War Crimes
Awards & Recognition:
Recognized in Best Attorney USA: Trusts and Estates (Recognized Since 2025)
Practice Areas: Trusts and Estates
Affiliations: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Bar Admissions: (Bar admissions information to be added)
