Jean advises high- and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, business owners and professionals on how to efficiently structure their worldwide, U.S. and Canadian assets, providing specialized insight on tax solutions as part of an integrated wealth planning team.

Relying on over 35 years of professional experience, Jean brings in-depth technical knowledge to his clients both in general planning discussions and when dealing with a wide range of international tax situations, U.S. income and estate taxation, and Canadian income tax.

Jean joined BMO Wealth Management in 2001 after acquiring solid expertise in advising individual clients and business owners with a leading Canadian insurer, a leading accounting firm, and a law firm.

As a Tax lawyer and financial planner, Zeina advises high net worth families, professionals and entrepreneurs on specialized wealth planning solutions. Whether it’s thought leadership on estate planning, new family wealth, tax planning, or philanthropy, Zeina is dedicated to simplifying complex issues and providing practical and informed strategies. Zeina joined BMO in 2011 after several years as a tax lawyer in private practice. She was called to the Quebec Bar in 2001.

Michel has more than 28 years' experience in the financial planning industry.

He began his career in the life insurance and investment world as a financial security advisor with a major Canadian insurance company. In the early 2000s, he began a new career in banking with BMO. In private banking, Michel distinguished himself as a Financial Planner, Regional Investment Products Manager and Wealth Management Advisor.

Since 2021, he has held the position of Trusts and Estates Advisor. Drawing on his extensive experience in the world of financial planning, Michel has the knowledge and empathy to engage in emotional and often difficult discussions about estate and trust planning. Helping people in these sensitive moments is a great motivation for Michel, giving them the best possible advice and trusting that our clients will be surrounded by the best team of professionals.

On a more personal note, Michel is an avid fisherman, golfer and runner. He's also a great audiophile and music lover, and whenever he can, he likes to enjoy his home in the Gaspé Peninsula and his cottage on the Baie des Chaleurs.