Firm News
Gold Sponsor
De Vries LITIGATION is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for the OBA Award of Excellence in Trusts and Estates Law on June 9. The honoured award recipient is Karon C. Bales of Bales Beall LLP. The Canadian Bar Association: OBA Award of Excellence in Trusts and Estates Law
Justin de Vries to Participate as Senior Faculty in May 11 OBA CPD
Justin de Vries will participate as senior faculty on May 11 at the OBA Trusts and Estates Law CPD program, Taking a Will Challenge to Trial: Senior Faculty Demonstrate Skills & Procedure from A to Z. Learn more and register on the OBA website.
Karen Watters’ Two Speaking Engagements in April
On April 14, 2026, Karen presents at the Estate Planners Council of Hamilton on the topic of Removal of Estate Trustees. On April 21, 2026, she will be on a panel at the Hamilton Law Association Estates and Trusts Seminar, in the Demonstration: Cross Examination of a Will Drafting Lawyer.
Justin de Vries named in the 2026 Legal Lexpert Directory
Justin de Vries has again been named among Canada’s leading estate litigators in the 2026 Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. This marks the 13th consecutive year that Justin has been named in the directory. His consistent recognition reflects the skill, integrity, and leadership he brings to every case and to our team at de VRIES LITIGATION…read more
de VRIES LITIGATION LLP’s 2025 Holiday Party
On December 2, 2025, de VRIES LITIGATION LLP hosted our Annual Holiday Party. Thank you to everyone who joined us. It was a wonderful start to the festive season and we wish everyone a joyous holiday season!
Lawyers Feed the Hungry 2025
On December 9, 2025, de VRIES LITIGATION LLP will be sponsoring a meal and volunteering with Toronto Lawyers Feed the Hungry to serve over 400 meals. Lawyers Feed the Hungry is a program run by the Law Society Foundation of Ontario that provides hot, healthy meals to those in need, funded by donations and operated…read more
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