Justin W. de Vries, ADR Attorney in the United States
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on ADR and Trusts
Practicing adr since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Justin W. de Vries is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Trusts. Justin has over 33 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Toronto, ONTARIO
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- ADR · Trusts
- Handles ADR and Trusts matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026).
About Justin W. de Vries: Justin W. de Vries is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Trusts. Justin has over 33 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Justin takes on
Justin concentrates on adr and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Justin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR cases nationwide
Justin takes adr matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Justin agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases nationwide
Justin takes trusts matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Justin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Justin W. de Vries — adr lawyer in the U.S.
Justin W. de Vries is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on ADR and Trusts. Justin has over 33 years of legal experience.
Justin is the Principal of de VRIES LITIGATION LLP. Justin was a partner at Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP (now Dentons LLP) and a partner and counsel at Hull & Hull LLP. He is the founder of allaboutestates.ca; a popular collaborative blog on estate and trust matters. Justin is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the Advocates’ Society, the Estate Planning Council of Toronto, and the Estate Planners’ Council of Halton. He has consistently been named one of the “Best Lawyers in Canada/Trusts & Estates”.
In addition to completing his LL.B., Justin received an American law degree from the University of Detroit/Mercy School of Law, an Honours B.A. from the University of Toronto, and a French language diploma from Aix-Marseille Université in France. Justin was also a Fox Scholar at the Inns of Court in London, England.
Justin has appeared before all levels of the Ontario Court and the Federal Court. His clients include individuals, private banking groups, trust companies, estate trustees, as well as private trusts, charities, and foundations. Justin has litigated and mediated:
• Contested wills and will interpretations
• Passing of trustees’ and executors’ accounts
• Estate administration and probate applications
• Trustee disputes/Variations of trusts
• Powers of attorney and guardianship disputes
Justin was a long-time instructor at the Ontario Bar Admission Course. He has also chaired and spoken at many Law Society of Upper Canada and OBA programs on estate, trust and capacity matters. Justin routinely acts as a court appointed estate trustee during litigation and is counsel to the Oakville Community Foundation.
For 15 years, Justin was a contributing editor to Ontario Civil Practice, a leading text on the Rules of Civil Procedure. He has acted as a court appointed pre-trial judge and as pro-bono disciplinary counsel for the Law Society of Upper Canada. Justin has published articles in Estates & Trusts Pensions Journal, The Litigator, Toronto Law Journal, OBA’s Deadbeat, Money & Family Law, Lawyers Weekly, and Gift Planning in Canada.
Justin W. de Vries has been repeatedly recommended by Lexpert, most recently as one of the Best Lawyers in Canada 2017 and the Best Attorneys in Ontario 2017.
Justin's approach to adr cases
Justin is the Principal of de VRIES LITIGATION LLP. Justin was a partner at Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP (now Dentons LLP) and a partner and counsel at Hull & Hull LLP. He is the founder of allaboutestates.ca; a popular collaborative blog on estate and trust matters. Justin is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), the Advocates’ Society, the Estate Planning Council of…
Clients Justin works with
Justin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr and trusts matters in the United States.
Jurisdictions
Justin's state bar admissions
Ontario
1993 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Justin has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Alternative Dispute Resolution (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Justin W. de Vries in the U.S.
Justin's primary office is at Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Justin W. de Vries — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Justin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Justin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Justin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Justin
Justin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Justin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Justin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Justin W. de Vries
How much does it cost to hire Justin for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Justin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Justin offer a free consultation?
Justin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Justin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Justin's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in this state typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Justin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Justin take my case if I'm outside the area?
Justin evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Justin's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Justin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Justin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Justin accepting new adr clients right now?
Justin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.