The partners of de VRIES LITIGATION LLP are pleased to announce that Jacob Kaufman is now a partner of the firm. Jacob has been with de VRIES LITIGATION LLP since 2015, after previously working at a large international law firm. Jacob is a tireless advocate for his clients and currently…

de VRIES LITIGATION LLP is pleased to announce that Justin de Vries, Gillian Fournie, and Diane Vieira have been recognized in the 15th 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. Congratulations!

Diane will be reprising her role as the newsletter editor of the OBA’s Elder Law Section Executive. Gillian has also been re-elected as a Member at Large of the OBA’s Trusts and Estates Law Section Executive. Thank you to everyone who cast their vote in support!

Every year, the OBA sections hold an election for their executive. Voting is now open to all members of the OBA sections: https://oba.simplyvoting.com/ Diane Vieira and Gillian Fournie are running for membership of the Elder Law and Estates and Trust sections, respectively. We would appreciate your vote!

The Ontario Superior Court has posted several Notices to the Profession which may be accessed here.

Noah Haynes joins de VRIES LITIGATION LLP as our newest lawyer. Noah was called to the Ontario Bar in 2018. Prior to joining de VRIES LITIGATION LLP, Noah worked at the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario, Civil Law Division where he conducted civil motions and applications on behalf…

On November 4, 2019, Rebecca will be presenting on ‘Finalizing the Will and Next Steps’ at the OBA Trusts and Estates Law Program, “Wills and Estate Planning: A Primer”. She will cover several topics including improper execution of a will, proving a lost will, and changes to will made after…

On September 25, 2019, Diane will be offering her mentorship alongside other well-established women lawyers in Toronto to Young Women in Law (“YWL”), through the YWL’s 8th Annual Speed Mentoring event. Click here for more details.

On September 18, 2019, Justin will be co-chairing the Advocates’ Society program, “Capable or Not? Litigating & Mediating POA Disputes”. If you are looking to find practical tips and strategies in mediating and litigating complex power of attorney disputes, this program may interest you. To read more, click here.