Babin Bessner Spry LLP

10/11/2026

10/07/2026

We are proud to share that Babin Bessner Spry LLP has once again been recognized by Canadian Lawyer Magazine as one of Canada’s Top Litigation Boutiques for 2026–2027. We are so grateful for the confidence and trust that our clients and colleagues place in us.
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10/06/2026

The Ontario Court of Appeal has overturned Handley Estate, abandoning the automatic stay for failing to immediately disclose certain partial settlement agreements. Our 2026 summer student Samantha Ford examines the Court’s new, more flexible framework, and what it means for litigants navigating partial settlements in multi-party proceedings.

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10/06/2026

A continuing tort does not necessarily mean a claim can continue indefinitely. Our 2026 summer student Noah Drees examines the Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent decision confirming that, where an earlier claim is dismissed for delay, new damages arising from the same alleged misconduct may not support a new action.

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09/30/2026

Today we observe National Truth and Reconciliation Day, a day to reflect on and acknowledge the legacy of residential schools, and to support healing and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

09/25/2026

We are proud to share that Babin Bessner Spry LLP has been ranked as a Band 1 firm for commercial litigation in the Chambers Canada 2027 guide. Cynthia Spry and Edward Babin have also been ranked individually for their work in commercial litigation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gQTa3g2q

09/23/2026

Please join us in welcoming Urooj Khan, Simran Bakshi and Natasha Karim as articling students. Simran and Natasha summered at BBS in 2025 and Urooj in 2026. We are so happy to have them back!

09/08/2026

We are proud to announce that Brendan Monahan, Brittiny Rabinovitch, and Zachary Pringle have been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada as "Ones to Watch".

Brendan has been recognized for his work in Appellate Practice and Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Brittiny and Zach have been recognized for their work in Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Read more here: www.bestlawyers.com/firms/babin-bessner-spry-llp/82032/CA

09/08/2026

We are proud to announce that Edward Babin, Ellen Bessner, Cynthia Spry and Michael Bookman have been recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in Canada.

Ed has been recognized for his work in Class Action Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, and Securities Law.

Ellen has been recognized for her work in Corporate and Commercial Litigation, and Labour and Employment Law.

Cynthia has been recognized for her work in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Class Action Litigation, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Director and Officer Liability Practice, and Securities Law

Mike has been recognized for his work in Appellate Practice, and Corporate and Commercial Litigation.

Read more here: www.bestlawyers.com/firms/babin-bessner-spry-llp/82032/CA