Justin Featured in Globe & Mail’s Article on Sibling Conflict and Estate Disputes
Justin was quoted in The Globe & Mail’s article “How Siblings can Avoid Conflict – and hefty legal fees – while Dealing with their Parents’ Estate.” Justin discussed the benefits of mediation to address estate disputes.
Joanna to Present at the 27th Estates and Trusts Summit
Joanna Lindenberg will be presenting on Day One of the LSO’s 27th Estates and Trusts Summit. Join Joanna on October 22, 2024 to hear from her and other speakers discussing the latest in estates and trusts law. Joanna will be speaking on the topic of Substantial Compliance. For more information and to register, click here.
Lawyers Feed the Hungry
On September 18, 2024, de VRIES LITIGATION LLP sponsored a meal and volunteered with Toronto Lawyers Feed the Hungry to serve over 400 meals. The Law Society Foundation’s website highlights their philanthropic projects including their hunger relief efforts and ways to contribute to this important cause.
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for 2025
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that Justin de Vries, Diane Vieira, Rebecca Studin, and Joanna Lindenberg have been recognized in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada for their work in Trusts and Estates. Justin was also recognized in the category of Alternative Dispute Resolution. Thank you to our peers for…read more
Welcome Ruth!
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to welcome our new articling student, Ruth Paul. Ruth obtained his law degree from Queen’s University. Prior to law school, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science from Western University. During her time at Queen’s University, Ruth volunteered with Queen’s Legal Aid Clinic, Pro Bono Students…read more
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is hiring!
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is looking to hire a dynamic litigator with 5+ years of experience. If you have the right skill set, ambition, and talent and want to join one of the best estate litigation boutiques in the country, please address your cover letter to Justin de Vries. Our firm operates as a hybrid workplace. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Justin to Present at Two Programs in April 2024
On April 18, 2024, Justin will be speaking at The Six-Minute Estates Lawyer 2024. This is an excellent program hosted by the Law Society of Ontario. Justin’s topic is Limitation Periods in Estates Litigation. Later that day, Justin will also be speaking to the Estate Planners’ Council of Halton. His topic is Court Update – Recent…read more
Karen Watters – de VRIES LITIGATION LLP’s Newest Partner!
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that Karen Watters is now a partner at the firm. Karen was called to the bar in 2011 and has practised with de VRIES LITIGATION LLP since April 2021. During her time with the firm, Karen has continued to develop her expertise in estates and trusts litigation….read more
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for 2024
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that Justin de Vries, Diane Vieira, and Gillian Fournie have been recognized in the 18th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada for their work in Trusts and Estates. Justin was also recognized in the category of Alternative Dispute Resolution. Thank you to our peers for your…read more
Top Wills, Trusts & Estates Boutiques
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP has been named one of the best law firms for wills, trusts, and estates by Canadian Lawyer for 2023-2024!