Press, Awards & Published Articles

Krystyne Rusek Recognized by Best Lawyers 2026

Speigel Nichols Fox LLP is delighted to have Krystyne Rusek recognized for a second year in a row by Best Lawyers 2026 in the area of Trusts and Estates in Canada.

Krystyne Rusek Quoted in The Globe and Mail’s Article “After disputed cottage sale, executors found personally liable for legal costs when they appealed their removal”

Krystyne Rusek, counsel with Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, is quoted in Rudy Mezzetta’s article, “After disputed cottage sale, executors found personally liable for legal costs when they appealed their removal” for The Globe and Mail published July 9, 2025.

Access the full article here.

Krystyne Rusek and Jennifer Lake co-author article, “Bifurcation in Estate Litigation”

Krystyne Rusek recently chaired Essential Updates on Court Processes for Estate Litigators, with fellow estate litigators, Matthew Rendely of Loopstra Nixon LLP and Priyanka Bahl of Elm Law.

Topics covered included bifurcation and new Rule 6.1.01 in estate proceedings, dismissal for delay in estate matters, and using Calendly on the Estates List and in other courts.

Krystyne’s paper on Bifurcation in Estate Litigation, co-authored with Jennifer Lake, covers the principles applied in ordering bifurcation, as well as case law under the new rule and possible application in estate matters.

Krystyne Rusek Quoted in Investment Executive’s Article “Invalid wills: How far is too far?”

Krystyne Rusek, counsel with Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, is quoted in Rudy Mezzetta’s article, “Invalid wills: How far is too far?” for Investment Executive published March 11, 2024.

Access the full article here.

Krystyne Rusek’s Article: Evidence of Incapacity in Contested Guardianship Applications

Krystyne Rusek, counsel with Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, prepared the article, “Evidence of Incapacity in Contested Guardianship Applications” for the Law Society of Ontario’s 25^th Annual Estates and Trusts Summit in October 2022.

Access the full article here.

Krystyne Rusek co-authors article, “You’re Going to Court In Person?!! An update on courtroom technology from your Section Technology Liaisons”

Krystyne Rusek, counsel with Speigel Nichols Fox LLP, and with the assistance of Matthew Bradley, co-authored the article, “You’re Going to Court In Person?!! An update on courtroom technology from your Section Technology Liaisons” for the Ontario Bar Association. The article explores the gradual return back to in-person hearings and how lawyers are expected to use technology, with pointers on how to avoid disruptions and pitfalls.

Dora Konomi Selected as Greek America’s Forty Under 40

Dora Konomi, an associate at SNF, was named as one of Greek America’s Forty Under 40 for the year of 2020. Greek America is an international foundation that recognizes, honours, and celebrates the brightest and most successful members of the Greek diaspora who excel not only professionally but also philanthropically. As a member of the Forty Under 40 Class of 2020, Dora is in the company of fellow young professionals, changemakers, and community leaders.

Dora is an active member of Canada’s Hellenic community. Notably, she hosts an award-winning radio show and spearheads the Agape Greek Radio Music & Fashion Show, which fundraises for charities and promotes local Greek-Canadian artists. Dora is also an ambassador for the Hellenic Heritage Foundation (HHF).

Dora Konomi Named Young Advocates Standing Committee Member

Dora Konomi, an associate at SNF, was selected as a Young Advocates Standing Committee (YASC) member for 2022-2023. Dubbed “The Voice for Young Advocates,” the committee’s mandate is to represent advocates ten years of call or fewer by providing them with access to a community of peers and colleagues, and a platform within the society. As part of YASC, Dora looks forward to planning interactive events for young counsel to engage with the bench, senior lawyers, and their peers.

Kim Ferreira Wins Professional Excellence Award from Federation of Portuguese Canadian Business Professionals

Kim Ferreira, a partner at SNF, received the Federation of Portuguese Canadian Business & Professionals’ (FPCBP) Professional Excellence Award. For this award, Kim was celebrated at a gala dinner that recognized Portuguese heritage and success. The award honours an individual who demonstrates outstanding achievement in the provision of services while contributing to the Portuguese-Canadian community.

Vanguard Legal Magazine’s Article: “Chris Moran — Maple Reinders: Building the Foundation of Trust in Order to Rise”

SNF is proud to partner with and recognize the achievements of Chris Moran and the whole Maple Reinders team.

Read the article here.