de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce its support of the 25th Annual Sopinka United Way Legal Luncheon as a supporting sponsor. The luncheon will take place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel. Established by John F. Evans, the luncheon honours the late Justice John… Read More

Estate and Guardianship litigation often begins when family members are left to interpret what someone would have wanted. Episode 3 of Smart Ageing, Smart Estates examines one of the most effective ways to reduce that uncertainty: a written lifestyle plan. In this episode, Justin de Vries and Susan Hyatt discuss… Read More

Joanna Lindenberg, de VRIES LITIGATION LLP, will speak at the 29th Estates and Trusts Summit on October 20, 2026, on the topic of Suspicious Circumstances and How the Doctrine Applies to POA Challenges, with Shalom Cumbo-Steinmetz, Torys LLP. The doctrine of suspicious circumstances is traditionally associated with will challenges; however,… Read More

de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce the release of Episode 2 of SMART AGEING, SMART ESTATES, a podcast co-hosted by Justin de Vries, principal of de VRIES LITIGATION LLP and founder of All About Estates, together with Susan Hyatt, Chair, CEO and Co-Founder of Silver Sherpa Inc. The… Read More

Heritage Toronto has announced the nominees for its 51st annual Heritage Toronto Awards, celebrating half a century of work in preserving and interpreting the city’s history. The awards highlight contributions across Book, Public History, and Built Heritage categories.  For over 10 years, the de VRIES LITIGATION LLP offices have been… Read More

Justin de Vries will present Best Practices for Surviving Deathbed Wills, a live webinar taking place on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Eastern. The program examines near-death wealth transfer decisions; the different tests and shifting standards applicable to capacity and undue influence; the steps required… Read More

Diane discussed the impact of the Court of Appeal’s decision in Anroop v. Naqvi on estate planning and the ways potential conflicts of interest can be addressed by estate lawyers, especially when they are initially retained.  The article also looks at the impact of the court’s decision on estate planning… Read More