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

de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that four of the firm’s lawyers have again been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™. Joanna Lindenberg Trusts and Estates Rebecca Studin Trusts and Estates Diane Vieira Trusts and Estates Justin de Vries Trusts and Estates Alternative Dispute Resolution Best Lawyers… Read More