Fogler Rubinoff is pleased to announce that Kathryn Balter has been recognized by the Ontario Bar Association as the 2026 recipient of the Hoffstein Book Prize.
The OBA Hoffstein Book Prize is awarded to members of the Ontario Bar Association who have demonstrated leadership in the trusts and estates bar through knowledge, experience, skill, commitment, passion and strength of character, and who, in addition to demonstrating these qualities, actively participate in continuing legal education and/or academic writing. The award will be presented on June 9, 2026.
Kathryn’s practice is focused on helping clients achieve their estate-planning goals by providing advice on wills, trusts, the transfer of assets, powers of attorney, and estate administration.
She works in partnership with her clients to help them navigate complex matters and to protect and plan for the transfer of their personal assets.
Kathryn is active in the estates and trusts bar and is currently the Past Chair of the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) Executive for Trusts and Estates law. Kathryn is also a member of the Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners (STEP).
Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!
Interested in learning more about our 2L Summer Program?
Join Myriah Graves, Director of Professional Development, on Monday, June 15, 2026, as we open our doors in-person to 2L law students. Register today and find out what makes Fogler, Rubinoff such a great place to work.
Samantha Green – Lawyers to Watch – Litigation – Corporate Commercial
Each lawyer was selected based upon a comprehensive annual survey, ongoing since 1994. They are acknowledged as leaders in their respective fields and are prominent lawyers in their practice areas.
Calling all 2SLGBTQ+ law students who will be applying to recruits in Toronto in 2026! Fogler, Rubinoff looks forward to welcoming you on Tuesday, March 24, at 10:15-11:15 AM as part of this year’s in-person Toronto 2SLGBTQ+ Firm Hop. The Canadian Association of LGBTQ2S+ Lawyers is proud to be organizing the 2026 Firm Hop, taking place from Monday, March 23, to Thursday, March 26, 2026. Students can choose which firms they’re interested in touring (each tour lasts 1 hour), with a suggested minimum of 7 firms. Registration deadline is Monday, March 16, 2026. Sign up HERE.
For more than 30 years, CAMA has worked to strengthen relationships between Aboriginal Peoples and the minerals industry.
Foglers is pleased to support the re-launch of CAMA during PDAC 2026: The World’s Premier Mineral Exploration & Mining Convention. To learn more about CAMA’s 2026 initiatives visit: www.aboriginalminerals.ca
Alain Bartleman recently spoke with Radio-Canada regarding new government advisories recommending that First Nations members carry a valid passport, in addition to their Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS), when entering the United States. For over 200 years, many First Nations members have crossed the Canada-U.S. border freely—a right recognized under the Jay Treaty of 1794. Bartleman detailed the practical implications of this shift for First Nations across Canada, explaining how increased documentation requirements may impact established cross-border rights and daily mobility.
Fogler, Rubinoff LLP was proud to host Pro Bono Ontario for another successful Sponsor Day in support of the Free Legal Advice Hotline.
Building on the momentum of two impactful sponsor days in 2025, this event brought together an outstanding group of volunteer lawyers, including several 2025 calls, who generously contributed their time and expertise to assist low-income Ontarians facing legal challenges.
It was inspiring to see new and experienced lawyers volunteering side by side with care, focus, and a shared commitment to expanding access to justice across Ontario.
We extend our gratitude to Myriah Graves, Ruth Durgy, and our firm’s leadership team for their continued support of Pro Bono Ontario and for making these sponsor days possible. This collaboration reflects our ongoing dedication to giving back to the communities we serve.
Congratulations to Aida Nabavi on receiving the 2025 Volunteer Service Award from the Province of Ontario. Through patience, empathy, and unwavering dedication, she has made a lasting impact on the lives she’s touched and exemplifies the spirit of service that strengthens our communities.
We are thrilled to announce that Nina Perfetto is a recipient of the Villa Charities Foundation Heart & Hand Volunteer Award. Nina was recognized for her leadership, dedication to her community, and her contributions to the Villa Charities family of organizations. Congratulations from all your friends and colleagues at Foglers on this achievement.
Ontario’s Court of Appeal has ruled that provincial online gaming sites can legally allow gamblers to play with people outside Canada, a landmark decision with major implications for the gaming industry. Don Bourgeois provides key analysis on this precedent-setting case, noting the quality of legal arguments while suggesting the ruling may face appeal to the Supreme Court.
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