Tony Ma

Biography

Tony Ma is an associate lawyer at PooranLaw. His practice focuses on wills and estate planning, particularly through the use of Henson Trusts. His other practice areas include estate administration, advising beneficiaries, and assisting Ontario Disability Support Program recipients. Whether he is guiding parents on how to leave an inheritance for their child with a disability or advocating before the Social Benefits Tribunal, Tony brings a compassionate and pragmatic approach to his work.

Prior to joining PooranLaw, Tony worked at a premier estate litigation law firm in Toronto. There, he gained knowledge on issues relating to capacity, guardianship, and will challenges, and has assisted on matters before various levels of court, including the Ontario Court of Appeal. Experience in estate litigation has informed his current practice, emphasizing the need for foresight and diligence throughout the estate planning process.

Tony values social justice. During law school, he was a Caseworker at the University of Ottawa’s Employment Insurance Litigation Clinic, where he helped claimants challenge employment insurance decisions. He was also a legal intern at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal, where he assisted Tribunal Members and Counsel on various human rights legal matters.

Outside of the office, Tony enjoys weight training, watching movies, television, and stand-up comedy, and is a fan of Toronto sports teams and Formula 1 racing.