Firm News
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP recognized in Best Law Firms-Canada 2026
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that our firm has been recognized in Best Law Firms-Canada 2026 in the following categories; National Tier 1 (Canada) and Regional Tier 1 (Toronto) in Trusts and Estates Law. Thank you for your continued support and congratulations to our team!
Justin to Present at TD Wealth Private Trust
On November 4, 2025, Justin will speak to the professionals at TD Wealth Private Trust. His topic is: Legal Updates 2025: Key Decisions and Emerging Trends for Estate Trustees Administering Estates.
Diane Featured in Globe & Mail’s Article on a Testator Outliving her Executor
Diane was quoted in The Globe & Mail’s article “A woman outlived her beneficiary and executors. Here’s how an Ontario court ruled on her estate”. Diane discussed the benefits of reviewing your will on a regular basis to avoid delays in administering your estate.
Justin to Speak at the Upcoming Tri-Chapter Meeting of the Hamilton, Halton and Mississauga Estate Planners Councils
Justin de Vries and Sue Hyatt of SILVER SHERPA INC. will be speaking at the EPCOH’s November 5, 2025 meeting. They will be speaking on “Navigating Aging and Family Conflict – Practical Strategies for Professionals and Families”. November 5th will be EPCOH’s annual tri-chapter meeting when they will be hosting the Mississauga and Hamilton Estate…read more
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for 2026
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that Justin de Vries, Diane Vieira, Rebecca Studin, and Joanna Lindenberg have been recognized in the 2026 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 Iryna!
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to welcome our new articling student, Iryna Huk. Iryna obtained her dual law degree from the University of Windsor and Detroit Mercy Law School. Prior to law school, Iryna completed a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning at Toronto Metropolitan University. As a dual-degree student, Iryna gained valuable…read more
Justin to Speak at the OBA’s Essential Evidence Series for Estate Litigators
On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Justin will be speaking on Day 1 of the OBA Essential Evidence Series for Estate Litigators. Justin’s topic is the Admissibility of Business Records. A little-known but important topic for estate litigators. Sign up to find out about this topic and many more.
Justin to Speak at the Upcoming Estate Planners’ Council of Halton’s Meeting
Justin de Vries will speak at EPCOH’s April 2, 2025 meeting and provide a court update on estate, trust and capacity litigation. Hope to see you there!
Diane to Address the Estate Planning Council of Toronto
Diane will be participating in the upcoming February 4, 2025 Estate Planning Council of Toronto’s Meeting. Diane will be part of a panel discussing topics related to Mitigating Litigation Risk in Advising the Modern Family. Hope to see you there.
Justin to Appear on The Agenda with Steve Paikin
Justin will be a guest panelist on The Agenda with Steve Paikin on Monday , December 9, 2024 at 8 pm. The Agenda is TVO’s flagship current affairs program, exploring the social, political, cultural and economic issues that are changing our world. The title of the panel is “Does Sibling Rivalry Every End?” Justin will…read more