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February is Black History Month, a time to recognize and honor the contributions and accomplishments of Black Canadians who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada the culturally diverse, equitable and prosperous nation it is today. This month we are featuring the incredible story of Senator Bernadette Clement, LLL ’87 & LLB ’88, a lawyer, politician, and social justice activist who was the first Black woman to serve as a mayor in Ontario.
Scholarship established in honour of Senator Josée Forest-Niesing, in partnership with Desjardins
Posted on Friday, February 18, 2022
The passing of Senator Josée Forest-Niesing in November 2021 was a great loss to our community. A proud Franco-Ontarian, Senator Forest-Niesing was known as a passionate advocate for the rights and concerns of French-speaking Canadians. While she had a long and distinguished career practicing law in her hometown of Sudbury and in the Senate and held several notable appointments including President of L’Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario (AJEFO), her journey began right here at the University of Ottawa where she completed the Programme de common law en français (PCLF) in 1988, and was inducted into the Common Law Honour Society in 2013.
Alumna Lori Idlout, JD ’18, shares Inuk traditions with Parliament
Posted on Tuesday, February 15, 2022
The newest Member of Parliament for Nunavut, Lori Idlout, JD ’18, wants Indigenous languages to be heard more prominently in Parliament.
Four alumni named to the Order of Canada
Posted on Tuesday, February 15, 2022
On December 29, 2021 the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 135 new appointments to the Order of Canada, one of our country’s highest civilian honours, in recognition of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the nation.
Senator Bernadette Clement, LLL ‘87, LLB ‘88: Bridging the gap between social justice and the Senate of Canada
Posted on Tuesday, February 15, 2022
uOttawa alumna Bernadette Clement, LLL ’87 and LLB ‘88, made history in 2018 when she became the first Black woman in Ontario to be elected as mayor. She was also the first woman to become mayor of Cornwall. Less than three years later, in June 2021, she became the fourth Black woman appointed to the Senate of Canada.
First Year Students Participate in 2021 Annual Nelligan Moot
Posted on Tuesday, November 30, 2021
The 14th edition of the annual Nelligan Law First Year Moot Court Competition was held on November 13-15, 2021. Over 140 first-year students in the English Program competed in the preliminary rounds, held on the morning of November 13. The 1L students were divided into hearings with two appellant counsel facing off against two respondent counsel. In a competition first, all hearings were held online, allowing 57 judges from across Canada and abroad (including one in London, England!) to judge.
Appointment of Jeannie Scott (Wynne-Edwards), LLB ’08, as NWT Territorial Court Judge
Posted on Monday, November 29, 2021
The Honorable R.J. Simpson, Minister of Justice and Government House Leader, announced the judicial appointment of Jeannie Scott, LL.B. ’08, to the Territorial Court of the Northwest Territories, effective October 8, 2021.
Three Common Law alumni have been named among the Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers
Posted on Monday, November 29, 2021
Hats off to these three Common Law alumni, who have recently been named among the 2021 Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers by Canadian Lawyer magazine. Canadian Lawyer describes the winners as possessing the “ability to influence public opinion and to help shape the laws of this country and others, contribute to the strength and quality of legal services, involvement and impact within the justice community, and social and political influence and involvement.”
New film on violence against women features uOttawa alumni
Posted on Friday, November 26, 2021
By Kristina Reed, Social Media Strategist, the smallest steps
The smallest steps is a new documentary by local director Nicole Bedford. The project seeks to highlight the sustainable impact that small steps of change, whether physical or social, can have so long as they continue.
Congratulations to these Common Law Alumni who have been inducted into the Order of Ottawa
Posted on Thursday, November 25, 2021
On November 12, 2021, Mayor Jim Watson revealed this year’s inductees to the Order of Ottawa. Among the 15 names were two proud uOttawa Common Law alumni: Dr. Danielle Lussier, LLB ‘07, LLM ’08, Law PhD ’21 and Daljit S. Nirman, LLM ’02. This award recognizes exceptional residents who have made important contributions that benefit of the citizens of Ottawa. Mayor Watson calls the inductees “remarkable individuals who have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of those in our community through their professional accomplishments.”
Paul Rouleau, LLB ‘77, named Chancellor of the Université de l’Ontario en français
Posted on Wednesday, November 24, 2021
On November 2nd, the Université de l’Ontario en français (UOF) announced their first ever Chancellor, Paul Rouleau, LLB ‘77.
Successful 11 years of research collaboration with the United Nations
Posted on Thursday, October 28, 2021
During the 11th year of partnership with United Nations, Common Law students have recently completed the preparation of 5 additional studies for the Repertory of the Practice of the United Nations Organs.
Kenya-Jade Pinto, JD ’17, on using all her knowledge, skills and experience to make an impact
Posted on Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Many uOttawa law graduates find themselves in non-legal careers. Kenya-Jade Pinto, JD ’17, is one such alumna who is using all her knowledge, skills and experience to make an impact.
Harley Finkelstein, JD & MBA ’09, named one of Fortune’s 2021 Top 40 Under 40
Posted on Wednesday, September 22, 2021
On September 8, 2021, U.S.-based Fortune magazine announced its list of Top 40 Under 40.
Thomas Ullyet, LLB ’85, is the 2021 winner of the Louis Saint-Laurent Award of Excellence
Posted on Tuesday, September 21, 2021
Congratulations to University of Ottawa Common Law alumnus Thomas E. Ullyett, LLB ’85, who has received the 2021 Canadian Bar Association (CBA)’s Louis Saint-Laurent Award of Excellence! This is the CBA’s highest award, presented in recognition of a lifetime of outstanding service and professional achievement for the benefit of the legal profession. This honour acknowledges the breadth and scope of Ulyett’s achievements and contributions.
After a long and storied career, Professor John Currie, LLB ’90, retired from the University on June 30, 2021
Posted on Friday, September 24, 2021
Thank you John. Congratulations and Good luck in your retirement!
Alex Ilchenko, LLB ’91, Appointed Associate Judge of Superior Court of Justice
Posted on Tuesday, September 21, 2021
The Honourable Doug Downey, Attorney General of Ontario, announced the appointment of Alex Ilchenko, LLB ’91, to the Superior Court of Justice, Toronto Region, effective August 12, 2021. He was called to the Ontario Bar in 1993.
Three students win the Harley Finkelstein Entrepreneurship Challenge!
Posted on Tuesday, September 21, 2021
A team of three Common Law JD candidates for 2022, Ayushi Dave, Ritesh Kotak, and Ryan Mosoff, has won the Harley Finkelstein Entrepreneurship Challenge! The competition, endowed by Harley Finkelstein, joint J.D. & MBA, ‘09 and President of Shopify, was designed to develop the entrepreneurial mindset that is critical to leadership, helping students to become better leaders, lawyers, and entrepreneurs.
Caryma Sa’d, JD ’15: Merging her Passions for Law and Art
Posted on Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Caryma Sa’d, JD ‘15, is a Toronto-based lawyer and entrepreneur whose practice focuses primarily on housing, cannabis, and criminal law. She is also very outspoken about what matters to her, such as issues relating to politics, access to justice, poverty, racism, and the legal profession.
Karen Perron, LLB ’03, became OBA’s president in September 2021
Posted on Tuesday, September 14, 2021
For the first time in the history of the Ontario Bar Association (OBA), a woman president, Charlene D. Theodore, passed the baton to another woman. The responsibility was given to Karen Perron, LLB ’03, this September.
Interview with Sarah Alasaly, JD '17, on starting her independent family law firm
Posted on Thursday, August 19, 2021
Sarah Alasaly, was born in Ottawa and grew up in Vancouver, B.C. After starting her career in the health sector as a registered nurse, she chose to come back to Ottawa to do her JD. She obtained her degree in 2017 and was called to the Ontario Bar in 2017. She was subsequently called to the B.C. Bar in 2018.
We recently had the opportunity to interview this female entrepreneur to learn about what motivated her to start an independent family law firm, Alasaly Law Group, during a pandemic and quickly grow it to a four-person team in Victoria, BC.
Four New Professors Joining Common Law Section
Posted on Wednesday, June 30, 2021
We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Professor Signa Daum Shanks as an Associate Professor on July 1, 2021. Julie Ada, Hassan Ahmad and Brandon D. Stewart will also join our Faculty, as Replacement Professors for two-year terms.
David C. Nahwegahbow, LLB ’80, is the 2021 winner of The Advocates’ Society Award of Justice
Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2021
David C. Nahwegahbow, IPC, LSM, LLB ’80, of Nahwegahbow, Corbiere Genoodmagejig, is the 2021 recipient of The Advocates’ Society Award of Justice.Nahwegahbow, a member of the Common Law Honour Society, received his award during the virtual End of Term, on June 17, 2021.
Erin Cowling, LLB ’04, accepted in Ontario's first women-led businesses accelerator
Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2021
The ELLA's Accelerator program, Ascend 2021, has selected Erin Cowling, LL.B ’04, based on the success of her recently-founded freelance law firm, Flex Legal, and the leadership she demonstrated as the Common Law Section’s Regional Alumni Advisor in Toronto.
The personal 36-year journey of Angel Larkman, 2L, to get Indian status
Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Angel Larkman, 2L, and her editor scrambled to get the story out and published in the Huffington Post Canada the day before it was closed. They were able to share Larkman’s personal story titled “It Took The Government 36 Years To Tell Me What I Already Knew: I Am A Status Indian”.
The AJEFO will Award the Order of Merit to Part-time Professor Caroline Thibault, LLB ‘97
Posted on Wednesday, June 16, 2021
The Association of French Speaking Jurists of Ontario (L’Association des juristes d’expression française de l’Ontario) will bestow the Order of Merit on Common Law Part-Time Professor Caroline Thibault. during its 41st annual conference, to be held virtually from June 22 to June 24, 2021.
2021 Canadian Lawyer magazine Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers
Posted on Tuesday, June 15, 2021
On May 31, 2021, Canadian Lawyer magazine announced the list of nominees for its twelfth annual Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers awards.
Professor Richard Albert Appointed Inaugural Allan Rock Visiting Professor
Posted on Monday, June 7, 2021
Professor Richard Albert will spend the Fall 2021 term in residence at the Common Law Section as the inaugural Allan Rock Visiting Professor. Professor Albert will also serve as a Visiting Fellow with the uOttawa Public Law Centre.
Allan Rock Fund to Support Black Law Students in the Common Law Section
Posted on Wednesday, June 2, 2021
The Fund was created in 2016 to honour Allan Rock at the completion of his second term as President of the University of Ottawa. Since that time, it has supported students at the University of Ottawa by providing scholarships to students in need.
A DIY Musical That Will Remain in Our Hearts - and Online
Posted on Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Congratulations to the organizers and the cast of this year’s FTX Production’s Time Capsule Musical, released on YouTube on March 19, 2021.
A cast of 15 actor-singers were featured in the first-ever virtual Musical presented by FTX Productions. The “DIY” musical is a medley of songs from various musicals. Each individual member had to perform and film themselves from the safety of their own home. Dispersed all over Canada, working in different time zones, they were able to assemble for their audience an hour filled with joy, dance and singing.
University Chancellor Calin Rovinescu, LLB ’80, retires from Air Canada
Posted on Monday, April 12, 2021
In December 2020, Air Canada announced that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Calin Rovinescu, LLB ’80, was to retire on February 15th, 2021.
Throughout the years, Calin Rovinescu has kept close ties with his alma mater. He solidified these ties by becoming the University of Ottawa Chancellor in 2015. His term continues until 2022.
Meet Hannan Mohamud, 1L Student and Top 30 under 30 Awardee
Posted on Friday, April 9, 2021
The award features 30 outstanding young people, nominated by their community and selected by a committee of peers, for their commendable work in making the world a more just, fair, and sustainable place for all.
Common Law Section Mourns the Passing of Al O’Brien, LLB '73
Posted on Tuesday, April 6, 2021
The Common Law mourns the passing of Allan (“Al”) R. O’Brien LLB 1973. A founding partner of Nelligan O’Brien Payne, Al was a pillar of the Ottawa legal community and a strong supporter of the Common Law Section.
Chantal Da Silva, LLB '03, receives the 2020 Corporate Counsel of the Year - International
Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Chantal Da Silva, a Civil Law, LLL ’02, and Common Law, LLB ’03, alumna, was recognized by the Lawyer Monthly Legal Awards 2020 as the Corporate Counsel of the Year – International recipient.
Janice Payne, LLB ’74, and Laurie E. Joe, LLB ’85, recognized by the Law Society of Ontario
Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021
On March 10th, 2021, the Law Society of Ontario announced its 2021 award recipients. We want to congratulate Janice Payne, LLB ’74, and Laurie E. Joe, LLB ’85, for being amongst this year’s winners for receiving, respectively, the Law Society Medal and the J. Shirley Denison Award.
Janet E. Mills, LLB ‘91, appointed Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario
Posted on Monday, March 22, 2021
On March 3, 2021, The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the appointment of Janet E. Mills , LLB ‘91 , as a Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario. She was called to the Ontario Bar in 1993.
uOttawa takes fourth place at 2021 Canadian National Negotiation Competition
Posted on Friday, March 19, 2021
Author: Professor Anthony Vanduzer
Priya Dube and Jeremy Cooney represented the Common Law Section at the 2021 Canadian National Negotiation Competition held virtually on February 26, 27 and 28. They placed an impressive fourth in a field of 20 schools, the largest since the competition began in 2017
Statement by Dean Adam Dodek on the Atlanta Shooting and Anti-Asian Discrimination and Violence
Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2021
We are devastated by the news of yesterday’s shootings in Georgia which left 8 people dead and countless families and community members heartbroken. We recognize the shock, the hurt, and the fear born of this horrific act of violence within Asian communities across North America.
Alumni elected to Board of Trustees of the County of Carleton Law Association
Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2021
We want to congratulate the newly elected members of the County of Carleton Law Association (CCLA) Board of Trustees and the Executive Committee.
The Hon. Louise Charron, LLB ’75, appointed to the Independent Advisory Board for Supreme Court of Canada Judicial Appointments
Posted on Tuesday, March 16, 2021
On February 19, 2021, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, launched the process to select the next justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, who will fill the vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Justice Rosalie Silberman Abella.
Common Law Section Creates Community Enhancement and Anti-Racism Fund for Student Initiatives
Posted on Friday, March 5, 2021
The Common Law Section is pleased to announce the creation of the Common Law Section Students Community Enhancement and Anti-Racism Action Fund to support community enhancement initiatives stewarded by students from Black, Indigenous, and racialized communities. The Fund will also support students engaged in the development and implementation of projects, partnerships or events that promote anti-racism initiatives at the Faculty of Law, Common Law Section.
Appointment of Justice Richard Floyd, LLB ‘84, as a High Court Judge in the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court
Posted on Thursday, February 18, 2021
On December 1st, 2020, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s Judicial and Legal Services Commission appointed The Hon. Justice Richard Floyd, LLB ’84, to the Territory of the Virgin Islands as a High Court Judge.
Faye E. McWatt (LL.B. ‘84) Appointed as Associate Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario
Posted on Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on December 21, 2020 the appointment of Faye E. McWatt (LL.B. ‘84) as the new Associate Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario.
University of Ottawa Faculty of Law Launches Multi-Year Scholarships for Black Law Students
Posted on Monday, February 1, 2021
The Common Law Section of the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa is launching new entrance scholarships for Black law students.
These scholarships will provide $10,000 to up to five entering Black law students each year. The scholarships will be renewable for $5,000 in each of the second and third year of law school for a total value of $20,000 for each student.
Emily Leduc Gagné, JD ’19, from Contemporary Ballerina to Tax Lawyer
Posted on Monday, January 18, 2021
Alumna Emily Leduc Gagné, JD ’19, magna cum laude, is a great example of a non-traditional path to becoming a lawyer and how one can have multiple careers. She moved to Montreal as a teen for her career as a professional contemporary ballet dancer and completed her BA in English literature with a minor in education at McGill University during that time.
Darlene Carreau, LLB '96, appointed as the Chief Administrator of the Courts Administration Service
Posted on Wednesday, January 20, 2021
On December 21, 2020, The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the appointment of Darlene Heather Carreau, LLB ‘96, as the Chief Administrator of the Courts Administration Service. She was called to the Ontario Bar in 1998.
Souper Français 2021
Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Congratulations to the organizers of the annual Souper Français which was held on January 8, 2021. It was a huge success with over 220 students, lawyers, judges and professors in attendance. The guest of honour was the Honourable Justice Andromache Karakatsanis of the Supreme Court of Canada who gave a beautiful speech.
Dr. Ausma Sehanat Khan, LLB ’94 and LLM ’96, completes her epic fantasy series with the release of “The Bladebone”
Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Common Law’s twice graduated Dr. Ausma Sehanat Khan recently received rave reviews for her multi-volume epic fantasy series, the “Khorasan Archives” in the Toronto Star.
Simon Coakeley, LLB ’83 and LLM ’93, Named CEO of the Canadian Bar Association
Posted on Monday, January 18, 2021
Simon Coakeley, LLB ’83 and LLM ’93, former federal government executive, becomes the new CEO of the Canadian Bar Association on February 15, 2021.
2020 CLAWBIES Awards
Posted on Tuesday, January 5, 2021
We would like to congratulate our alumni, students and Faculty members who have received 2020 CLawbies awards.
For the complete list: https://www.clawbies.ca/
Sara Ross, LLM '14, appointed to faculty of Dalhousie’s Schulich School of Law
Posted on Thursday, February 20, 2020
Congratulations to uOttawa Faculty of Law alumna Dr. Sara Ross on her appointment to the faculty of the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
uOttawa Faculty of Law Celebrates the Appointment of the Hon. Justice Nicholas Kasirer to the Supreme Court of Canada
Posted on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
On Monday February 10, 2020, the University of Ottawa’s Common Law and Civil Law Sections celebrated the appointment of Justice Nicolas Kasirer to the Supreme Court of Canada.
Meet Will Tao, JD '14, Vancouver-based social justice advocate.
Posted on Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Will Tao (J.D. 2014) was recently awarded a CLawbies for his blog, Vancouver Immigration Blog, for the second time. In 2015 it was as the Best New Canadian Law Blog and in 2019, he earned the Best Canadian Law Blog and Commentary award. We took the opportunity to ask him a few questions about his blog, his time as a student and his passion for Canadian Immigration and Refugee Law.
Appointment of Naheed Bardai, LLB '99, Judge of Her Majesty’s Court of Queen’s Bench for Saskatchewan.
Posted on Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Appointment of Naheed Bardai (LL.B. 1999) Judge of Her Majesty’s Court of Queen’s Bench for Saskatchewan.
Please Help Us Find our Medallists.
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
We would like to congratulate our alumni, students and Faculty members who have received 2019 CLawbies awards.
For the complete list: https://www.clawbies.ca/
Alumnus Mark Bourrie, JD '17, Shortlisted for 2020 RBC Taylor Prize
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
uOttawa Common Law Alumnus Mark Bourrie, JD 2017, Shortlisted for 2020 RBC Taylor Prize
Howard Mann and The Battle between Private “Justice” and Public Law
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
Annual Hyman Soloway Lecture: “International Arbitration and Globalization: The Battle between Private “Justice” and Public Law".
Kelly Burke, LLB '94, appointed French Language Services Commissioner of Ontario
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
Congratulations to Ms. Burke, a graduate of the Faculty of Law at the University of Ottawa (class of 1994), on her appointment as French Language Services Commissioner of Ontario.
2019 - Common Law Honour Society Inductees
Posted on Thursday, January 9, 2020
2019 Common Law Honour Society Inductees
Two University of Ottawa Common Law Alumni Among Winners of 2019 Americas M&A Awards
Posted on Friday, January 17, 2020
Congratulations to University of Ottawa Common Law alumni Colin Levere, LLB 2002, and Joanna Bliss, LLB 2002 and LLL 2003, who were among the recipients of the 2019 Americas M&A Awards.
Four Common Law Alumni Win Their Seats in 2019 Federal Election
Posted on Tuesday, December 17, 2019
The Faculty of Law, Common Law Section would like to congratulate Ahmed Hussen (JD 2011), Angelo Iacono (LLB 2000), Paul Lefebvre (LLB 1999) and David McGuinty (LLB 1986), on preserving their seats in the October 2019 Federal Election.
Live Federal Court of Canada Hearing on uOttawa Campus
Posted on Tuesday, December 17, 2019
On November 19th and 21st, 2019, Faculty of Law students had the opportunity to sit in on two federal immigration court hearings. Both hearings were held in the Ian G. Scott courtroom. Students, guest lecturer Laila Demirdache, LLB 1997 and LLL 1998, and professors watched the proceedings behind the soundproof glass wall in the adjoining classroom.
International Peace Mediation: No Silver Bullet, But Silver Lining
Posted on Tuesday, December 17, 2019
Exposure to multiple modes of problem-solving is essential for developing creative legal minds of the future that are capable of responding to the growing complexities and non-traditional problems we will face throughout our careers.
University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law Ranks in Top 100 Law Schools in the World
Posted on Tuesday, December 17, 2019
We are proud to report that the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Law is among the 100 best law schools in the world! According to Times Higher Education’s 2020 World University Rankings, the Faculty places 92nd out of 190 universities worldwide and 5th out of all Canadian law schools. This is an excellent achievement!
Tom E. Ullyett, LL.B. 1985, appointed Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College
Posted on Friday, November 22, 2019
Congratulations to University of Ottawa Common Law alumnus Tom E. Ullyett who was appointed Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College by the government of Yukon in September 2019 for a three-year term.
Sheila Block, LL.B. 1972 and the Rt. Hon. Richard Wagner, LL.L. 1979 made Honorary Benchers of the Honourable Society of the Middle Temple
Posted on Tuesday, November 5, 2019
The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple travelled to Canada from London in September for their 2019 Amity Tour and stopped in Vancouver, Ottawa and Toronto. Two distinguished Canadian jurists were made honorary benchers of the Middle Temple during this tour: uOttawa grads Sheila Block LL.B. 1972 and the Rt. Hon. Richard Wagner, LL.L. 1979.
Dr. Jula Hughes, LL.B. 1999, Appointed as Dean of Law at Lakehead University
Posted on Thursday, October 10, 2019
Congratulations to University of Ottawa Faculty of Law alumna (class of 1999) Dr. Jula Hughes who has been named Dean of the Bora Laskin faculty of Law at Lakehead University.
Lawrence Greenspon, LLB 1978, Inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers
Posted on Friday, October 4, 2019
Congratulations to Lawrence Greenspon LLB 1978 who was inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers at a ceremony in Vancouver at the end of September.
Dudley Maseko, JD 2015, establishes an academic scholarship program at the University of Cape Town, South Africa
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Canadian lawyer and University of Ottawa law school alumnus Dudley Maseko, JD ‘15, has established an academic scholarship program at Africa’s top-ranked university, the University of Cape Town, in Cape Town, South Africa.
Pascale Daigneault, LL.B. 1987 ICD.D, Named Chairperson of The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL) Board of Directors
Posted on Monday, August 12, 2019
Pascale Daigneault, LL.B. 1987 ICD.D, has been named the new chairperson of The Federal Bridge Corporation Limited (FBCL)’s Board of Directors by Minister of Transport, the Honourable Marc Garneau.
Vivene Salmon, LL.B. 2009, Named President of the Canadian Bar Association
Posted on Monday, August 12, 2019
Vivene Salmon, LL.B. 2009, has become the first person of colour to be named President of the Canadian Bar Association. She will officially take over the role in September 2019.
uOttawa Start-Up Helps Students and Recent Grads Achieve Entrepreneurial Goals
Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2019
MakerLaunch is an initiative that supports University of Ottawa students or recent alumni in their entrepreneurial goals by helping them to launch new start-ups and fast track the commercialization of their technologies.
The program was founded by University of Ottawa alumni and is managed by two-time alumna Midia Hassan. In addition to access to a pool of talent, mentors and coaches, the program offers entrepreneurs a seed grant of $50,000 earned over nine months of milestones.
Alumni Continue Hockey Tradition With Annual Family Game
Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2019
In 1992, Jim Gatley, LLB 1994, decided to gather some of his classmates together and created a hockey league to help manage the stresses that can come with attending law school. 25 years later, the tradition continues and their kids have been welcomed onto the ice with them.
Anna Keller, LL.B. 2009, Appointed to Board of Governors of the University of Ottawa
Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2019
Anna Keller, LL.B. 2009, has been appointed to the Board of Governors of the University of Ottawa.
2018 Common Law Honour Society Inductees and Alumni Honoured in May
Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2019
May was a proud month for the Common Law Section as we hosted two separate events to celebrate our alumni and honour our 2018 Common Law Honour Society inductees.
Surrounded by their family, friends, members of the legal community, and fellow alumni, Chief Justice Paul Crampton, LL.B. 1985, Justice Michelle O’Bonsawin, LL.B. 1998, and Ms. Audrey Ramsay, LL.B. 1993 were all named to the Honour Society.
John Fowler, JD 2013, named O’Cannabiz Cannabis Person of the Year
Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2019
The country’s premiere cannabis business conference & expo, O’Cannabiz has announced John Fowler, JD 2013, the 2018 Cannabis Person of the Year.
Perry Dellelce, LLB 1990, awarded Paul Harris Award by The Rotary Club of Sudbury Sunrisers
Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Perry Dellelce, LLB 1990, joined an exclusive group of Sudburians when he was awarded the Paul Harris Award by The Rotary Club of Sudbury Sunrisers.
The Paul Harris awards were established in memory of the founder of Rotary Paul Harris. They acknowledge significant humanitarian efforts that embody the Rotary motto “Service above Self”.
Hugh Verrier, LLB 1981, re-elected for fourth term as White & Case chair
Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Hugh Verrier, LLB 1981, has been re-elected for a fourth term as White & Case chair.
White & Case LLP's practice, which focuses on transactional commercial, technology and intellectual property matters. The team acts for clients on a standalone basis, and provides support on corporate transactions, such as joint ventures, M&A, and restructurings.
The Honourable Emile Rosario Millette, LLB 1961, Has Passed Away at the Age of 83
Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2019
The Honourable Emile Rosario Millette, LLB 1961, has passed away at the age of 83. After attending Gravelbourg College in Saskatchewan at the young age of 11, Justice Millette graduated from the University of Ottawa Faculty of Law school in 1961, and was called to the bar in April 1963.
Katie Black, LLB 2009, Named to 2019 Forty under 40
Posted on Thursday, May 9, 2019
Katie Black, LLB 2009, was among the forty Ottawans recognized for their business achievements in the 2019 Forty under 40 awards. The award is a joint initiative of the Ottawa Board of Trade and the Ottawa Business Journal, which recognizes accomplished and rising business leaders under the age of 40 in the National Capital Region.
The Honourable Nathalie Gregson, LL.B. 1992, Appointed Judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario
Posted on Wednesday, May 1, 2019
On April 11, the federal Minister of Justice announced a number of judicial appointments, including that of the Honourable Nathalie Gregson to the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario, a member of the Family Court Branch and a Judge ex officio of the Court of Appeal for Ontario.
Katherine Cooligan, LLB 1989, Wins Businesswoman of the Year Award
Posted on Wednesday, May 1, 2019
Katherine Cooligan, LLB 1989, has been awarded the Businesswoman of the Year Award in the Professional Services Category by Women’s Business Network.
The WBN is a community of inspiring Ottawa businesswomen coming together to build relationships, develop their brands, and grow their careers.
Justice Canada announces Diane Labelle, LLM 2003, as Director General and Senior General Counsel for Constitutional, Administrative and International Law Section
Posted on Wednesday, May 1, 2019
The Public Law and Legislative Services Sector (PLLSS) has announced that Diane Labelle, LLM 2003, has been named the Director General and Senior General Counsel for the Constitutional, Administrative and International Law Section (CAILS) effective May 13, 2019.
uO Alumni Association Honours Frances Tibollo, JD 2015: Fighter for justice
Posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Frances Tibollo, JD 2015, made headlines in 2018 when she negotiated the release of two Canadian women being held unjustly in a Cambodian prison.
“What took place was a cultural misunderstanding,” says Tibollo, uOttawa’s 2019 winner of the Young Alumni Award.
Honourable Judge Llana Nakonechny, LLB. 1985, appointed judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Toronto
Posted on Tuesday, April 9, 2019
The Honourable Llana Nakonechny, LLB. 1985, was appointed judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Toronto. She replaced Justice F.P. Kiteley, who elected to become a supernumerary judge effective September 1, 2018.
Katherine Cooligan, LLB 1989, Delivers TEDx Talk on Tackling Fear and Unleashing Your Full Potential
Posted on Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Despite the reality of gender-based differences in leadership, women can unleash their full potential even in the face of fear and doubt. Imagine having an empowering tactic to push you through the paralysis of fear and give you the courage to make bolder moves and provide a greater impact as a woman in leadership.
Fourteen uOttawa Common Law Alumni Throw Their Name in the Hat for Law Society of Ontario Bencher Positions
Posted on Tuesday, April 9, 2019
Fourteen Common Law Alumni are running in the 2019 Law Society of Ontario Bencher Election. As members of Convocation, benchers play a critical role in the governance of the Law Society and the regulation of Ontario’s legal professions in the public interest. Winners will sit on the Board for a four-year term.
uOttawa’s record of Excellence in Mooting Continues at Philip C. Jessup National Moot
Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2019
The 2019 uOttawa Common Law team finished as the Runner-Up National Canadian Champions at the Philip C. Jessup Moot. Team members include Mitchell Dorbyk (2L), Peter Knowlton (2L), Maggie MacDonald (3L), and Benjamin Rabinovitch (2L), coached by Professor Anthony Daimsis and Jolene Hansell (JD 2018).
Big Thinking: “A call to action: Rethinking leadership in the global response to forced migration” presented by Allan Rock, LL.B. 1971, President Emeritus
Posted on Friday, March 8, 2019
On February 28th, The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences hosted a Big Thinking lecture event featuring Mr. Allan Rock, President Emeritus of the University of Ottawa, former Senior Advisor to the World Refugee Council, Professor in the uOttawa Faculty of Law, and former federal minister. The lecture, entitled A call to action: Rethinking leadership in the global response to forced migration, drew on a recent report from the World Refugee Council and called for those present to take action in the area of forced migration.
Big Thinking on the Hill is a breakfast lecture series which brings leading Canadian researchers in the Social Sciences and Humanities to Parliament to speak on policy-relevant topics with members of Parliament, senators, public servants, and other stakeholders.
Big Thinking is a key activity of the Federation in promoting the importance and relevance of research in its disciplines. Delivering a lecture is a privilege offered only to researchers from the Federation’s member universities and partners.
Many MPs, Senators, and others attended the event, and it was clear from participants’ engagement that they valued the opportunity to learn from Mr. Rock and his insights and research.
Professor Nelson Arturo Ovalle Diaz oversees RGD issue on Canada and human rights in the Americas
Posted on Monday, March 4, 2019
Professor Nelson Arturo Ovalle Diaz (LLM ’05, LLD ’15) has directed production of a special issue of the University of Ottawa’s Revue générale de droit (RGD). The RGD special edition was published on January 15, and is entitled “Canada’s Role in Protecting Human Rights in the Americas.” It is now available to the University community.
Ottawa Business Journal calls Ottawa Lawyer Katie Black, LL.B. 2009, a “RockStar” for Legal Accomplishments and Work to Support Refugees
Posted on Friday, March 29, 2019
The Ottawa Business Journal recently published an article calling Katie Black, LL.B. 2009, a ‘rockstar’ – and it’s not hard to see why:
“She’s clerked for Beverley McLachlin, the first female chief justice of the Supreme Court of Canada. Within six years, Black made partner at Ottawa law firm Caza Saikaley LLP. She helped bring more than 4,000 refugees to Canada by co-creating a program to deliver free legal services to private sponsors of Syrian refugees....
David W. Scott, OC, QC (LL.B. 1960, DU ), proud and distinguished Common Law alumnus, has passed away at the age of 83
Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2019
David Scott, OC, QC, LL.B. 1960, D.U. 2001, has passed away at the age of 83. Mr Scott had a relationship with the University of Ottawa that spanned more than six decades. He was fiercely proud of his alma mater and continued to take an interest in the faculty and its students until his final days.
From Law to Business: Lessons from Shopify COO Harley Finkelstein, MBA, LLB 2009
Posted on Tuesday, March 26, 2019
In the 10 years since Harley Finkelstein, MBA, LL.B. 2009, was in Fauteux Hall, he has gone on to complete his articling, be called to the bar, and then promptly join what has become Canadian e-commerce giant, Shopify. He has since been named COO of the company, and was back in Fauteux Hall on March 13 to speak about his journey.
Yasir Naqvi, LL.B. 1999, awarded 2019 Lincoln Alexander Award by the Ontario Law Society
Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2019
Yasir Naqvi, LL.B. 1999, was awarded the 2019 Lincoln Alexander Award by the Ontario Law Society on Thursday, March 13.
Professor Jamie Liew LL.B. 2005, Winner of the 2018 Jim Wong-Chu Emerging Writers Award for Fiction
Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2019
The Asian Canadian Writers’ Workshop has announced Jamie Liew as the winner of the 2018 Jim Wong-Chu Emerging Writers Award for fiction for her manuscript Dandelion Roots.
Jolene Hansell, J.D. 2018, Chosen to be Justice Gascon’s clerk at the Supreme Court of Canada
Posted on Tuesday, March 12, 2019
Jolene Hansell, J.D. 2018, has been chosen to clerk with Justice Gascon at the Supreme Court of Canada.
The Honourable Justice Hugh L. Fraser (ret.), J.D. 1977, joins JAMS
Posted on Friday, March 8, 2019
After a 25-year tenure on the Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa, the Honourable Justice Hugh L. Fraser (ret.), J.D. 1977 has joined JAMS, the largest provider of alternative dispute resolution services worldwide. Justice Fraser will be joining its Toronto panel.
Alumni feature prominently on 2019 CCLA Slate of Trustees
Posted on Monday, March 4, 2019
The County of Carleton Law Association has announced its 2019 Slate of Trustees election results, and Common Law Section alumni feature prominently on the list! Those on the slate will go forward for election at the CCLA annual general meeting on March 7, 2019.
Aaron Grinhaus, LL.B. 2008, Publishes Textbook on Blockchain
Posted on Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Common Law Alumnus Aaron Grinhaus, LL.B. 2008, has published a textbook: A Practical Guide To Smart Contracts And Blockchain Law.” The textbook offers a timely and comprehensive overview of legal issues related to distributing ledger technology, Blockchain and smart contracts.
Kathy Cooligan, LL.B. 1989, To Speak at TEDxKanata
Posted on Thursday, February 14, 2019
Kathy Cooligan, LL.B. 1989, will be speaking at the TEDxKanata event on February 28, 2019 at the Brookstreet Hotel
Brittany Twiss, J.D. 2011, Named National Director for Pro Bono Students Canada
Posted on Thursday, February 14, 2019
Brittany Twiss, J.D. 2011, has been named National Director for Pro Bono Students Canada.
Lawrence Kelly, LL.B. 1974, Retires After a 43-Year Legal Career
Posted on Thursday, February 14, 2019
After more than 43 years practicing law, uOttawa Common Law alumnus Lawrence Kelly, LL.B. 1974, is retiring.
Dalton McGuinty, LL.B. 1981, Maureen McTeer, LL.B. 1977, and Ron Caza, LL.B. 1987 receive Keys to the City of Ottawa
Posted on Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Three University of Ottawa alumni and Common Law Honour Society members are among a group of five that will receive Keys to the City from Mayor Jim Watson, he announced last month at the first City Council meeting of 2019.
Colette Downie, LL.B. 1990, appointed VP of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Posted on Thursday, January 24, 2019
University of Ottawa Alumna Colette Downie, LL.B. 1990, has been appointed Vice President of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. She is responsible for Business, Investment, and Community Development.
Justice Jodie-Lynn Waddilove, LL.B. 2003, Appointed to Ontario Court of Justice
Posted on Thursday, January 24, 2019
University of Ottawa Alumna Justice Jodie-Lynn Waddilove, LL.B. 2003, has been appointed to the Ontario Court of Justice. The Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Attorney General for Ontario, announced the appointment, along with four other new justices, effective December 26, 2018.
University of Ottawa Alumna Bernadette Clément, LL.B. 1987, Named a FrancoOntarian Who Made Their Mark in 2018
Posted on Wednesday, January 23, 2019
University of Ottawa alumna Bernadette Clément, LL.B. 1987, has been named one of 10 FrancoOntarians who made their mark 2018 by #ONfr.
Jay S. Hennick, LL.B. 1981, LL.D. 2011, has been named to the Order of Canada
Posted on Wednesday, January 16, 2019
University of Ottawa Alumnus Jay S. Hennick, LL.B. 1981, LL.D. 2011, has been named to the Order of Canada. Governor General of Canada Julie Payette announced the new appointees, a group of 103, on December 27, 2018.
John P. Nelligan, QC, D.U. 2002, Prominent Ottawa Lawyer, has Passed Away At The Age of 97
Posted on Monday, January 14, 2019
John P. Nelligan Q.C., LSM D.U. (Hon.), a leader of the Ottawa legal community, passed away on Monday, January 7 at the age 97.
Alumnus Thomas E. Ullyett, LL.B. 1985, retires after 33 Years With the Yukon Government
Posted on Monday, January 14, 2019
In a testament to the vibrant legal career opportunities offered in the North, Thomas Ullyett, LL.B. 1985, has announced that he is retiring after more than 33 years with the Yukon Government.
Dr. Sarita Verma LL.B. 1981 Named New Dean and CEO of Northern Ontario School of Medicine
Posted on Monday, January 14, 2019
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) has announced Dr. Sarita Verma LL.B. 1981, University of Ottawa Common Law alumna, as incoming Dean and CEO. Dr. Verma will officially start her new position July 1.
Common Law Alumnus Ali Tejpar (J.D. 2018) Receives United Way Ottawa Community Builder Award
Posted on Tuesday, November 20, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumnus Ali Tejpar (J.D. 2018) has been named the recipient of United Way Ottawa’s 2018 Community Builder Award.
Common Law Alumni Nadia Campion (LL.B. 2005), Benjamin Lee (LL.B. 2004) and Catherine Lovrics (LL.B. 2005) Recipients of 2018 Lexpert Rising Stars Awards
Posted on Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law Alumni Nadia Campion (LL.B. 2005), Benjamin Lee (LL.B. 2004) and Catherine Lovrics (LL.B. 2005) have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Lexpert Rising Stars Awards, which honours Canada’s leading lawyers under 40.
Common Law Alumnus Daniel Boone (LL.B. 1988) Appointed to Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador
Posted on Wednesday, November 7, 2018
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced on November 2, 2018 the appointment of Daniel Boone (LL.B. 1988) as a judge of the Supreme Court of Newfoundland and Labrador in St. John’s.
Common Law Class of 2013 Organizes Five-Year Reunion
Posted on Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Nearly 60 Common Law alumni and friends gathered at the 3 Brewers Adelaide Microbrewery in Toronto on September 26, 2018 to celebrate their five-year anniversary since graduating from the University of Ottawa.
Common Law Alumnus Jay Hennick (LL.B. 1981, D.U. 2014) Named 2019 Horatio Alger Award Recipient
Posted on Thursday, November 1, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumnus Jay S. Hennick (LL.B. 1981, D.U. 2014) has been named the recipient of the 2019 International Horatio Alger Award.
Common Law Alumnus Brian Saunderson (LL.B. 1994) Elected Mayor of Collingwood
Posted on Monday, October 29, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumnus Brian Saunderson (LL.B. 1994) was elected as mayor of Collingwood, Ontario on October 22, 2018.
Common Law Alumna and Honour Society Member Josée Forest-Niesing (LL.B. 1988) Appointed to Senate
Posted on Thursday, October 11, 2018
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Thursday, October 11, 2018 that the Governor General has appointed Common Law alumna and Honour Society member Josée Forest-Niesing (LL.B. 1988) to fill one of two vacancies in the Senate.
Common Law Alumna Rachel Leck (LL.B. 2009) Appointed to Canadian Human Rights Commission
Posted on Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumna Rachel Leck (LL.B. 2009) has been appointed as a part-time member of the Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC).
Common Law Alumna Katherine Cooligan (LL.B. 1989) Featured in Ottawa Business Journal
Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumna Katherine Cooligan (LL.B. 1989) was recently featured in the Ottawa Business Journal, where she opened up about her experience in family law and the personal events that shaped who she is today.
Common Law Alumnus Barry Tobin (LL.B. 1977) Appointed to Superior Court of Justice
Posted on Tuesday, September 25, 2018
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould announced on August 31, 2018 the appointment of Barry Tobin (LL.B. 1977) as a judge of the Superior Court of Justice in and for the Province of Ontario.
uOttawa Alums Harley Finkelstein (LL.B. 2009) and Lindsay Taub (M.Ed. 2010) Donate $500K to Help Open Chabad Jewish Centre
Posted on Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumni Harley Finkelstein (LL.B. 2009) and his wife Lindsay Taub (M.Ed. 2010) are giving back to the Ottawa Jewish community in a significant way.
A Gathering of Faculty of Law Professors and Graduate Students Past and Present at SIEL Conference
Posted on Friday, August 24, 2018
The leading global gathering of international economic law scholars, the Society of International Economic Law (SIEL) Conference, was held at Washington College of Law at American University in Washington, D.C. from July 12-14, 2018.
Vivene Salmon (LL.B. 2009) Reflects on her Upcoming Term as CBA Vice-President for 2018-2019
Posted on Thursday, August 23, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law Section alumna Vivene Salmon (LL.B. 2009) recently sat down with the Canadian Bar Association’s National Magazine to discuss her upcoming term as Vice-President of the CBA for 2018-2019.
Common Law Alums Sukesh Kamra (LL.B. 2001, LL.M. 2003) and Yasir Naqvi (LL.B. 1999) Named to Canada’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers
Posted on Friday, August 10, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumni Sukesh Kamra (LL.B. 2001, LL.M. 2003) and Yasir Naqvi (LL.B. 1999) have been named to Canadian Lawyer’s list of Canada’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers.
Dean Dodek, Professor Mendes, Honourary Doctorate Recipient Cindy Blackstock Appointed to RWCHR Senior Fellows Initiative
Posted on Friday, July 20, 2018
Dean Adam Dodek, Professor Errol Mendes and Honourary Doctorate Recipient Cindy Blackstock (D.U. 2018) have been appointed to the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights (RWCHR) Senior Fellows Initiative.
Faculty of Law Alumna Camille Nelson (LL.B. 1994) Featured in July 2018 Issue of Diverse
Posted on Friday, July 20, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumna Camille Nelson (LL.B. 1994) was recently featured in the July 12, 2018 issue of Diverse: Issues in Higher Education.
Faculty of Law Alumnus Mark Zekulin (LL.B. 2007) Named a Recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40
Posted on Thursday, July 19, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumnus Mark Zekulin (LL.B. 2007) has been named a recipient of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 awards for 2018.
Faculty of Law Alumna Geneviève Chabot (LL.L./J.D. 2009) Selected for 2018-2019 Action Canada Fellowship
Posted on Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Faculty of Law alumna Geneviève Chabot (LL.L. 2008/J.D. 2009) has been selected for a prestigious Action Canada Fellowship.
Lindsey Park (J.D. 2013), Amanda Simard (J.D. 2013) and Effie Triantafilopoulos (LL.B. 1976) Appointed as Parliamentary Assistant in New Ontario Government
Posted on Monday, July 16, 2018
Faculty of Law alumni Lindsey Park (J.D. 2013), Amanda Simard (J.D. 2013) and Effie Triantafilopoulos (LL.B. 1976) have been appointed as Parliamentary Assistants as part of Premier Doug Ford’s government.
In Memoriam: Peter Clyne (LL.B. 1973)
Posted on Monday, July 16, 2018
The Faculty of Law, Common Law Section is saddened to hear of the passing of Peter Clyne (LL.B. 1973), who passed away on July 6, 2018 at the age of 73.
Common Law Alumnae Sheila Block (LL.B. 1972) Receives Top 25 Women in Litigation Accolade
Posted on Monday, July 16, 2018
The Faculty of Law is pleased to congratulate Sheila Block (LL.B. 1972) on being named to Benchmark’s Top 25 Women in Litigation in Canada for 2018.
Common Law Alumni Ranjan Agarwal (LL.B. 2003), Nadia Campion (LL.B. 2005) and Nadia Effendi (LL.B. 2003) Named to Benchmark’s 40 & Under Hot List
Posted on Tuesday, July 10, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumni Ranjan Agarwal (LL.B. 2003), Nadia Campion (LL.B. 2005) and Nadia Effendi (LL.B. 2003) have been named to Benchmark’s 40 & Under Hot List – Canada.
uOttawa Chancellor Calin Rovinescu (LL.B. 1980), Honourary Doctorate Recipient Cindy Blackstock (D.U. 2018), Sharon Sholzberg-Gray Appointed to Order of Canada
Posted on Thursday, July 5, 2018
University of Ottawa Chancellor and Faculty of Law alumnus Calin Rovinescu (LL.B. 1980), Honourary Doctorate Recipient Cindy Blackstock (D.U. 2018) and Sharon Sholzberg-Gray, Advisory Committee member for the Centre for Health Law, Policy and Ethics have been appointed to the Order of Canada.
Common Law Alumna Samantha Biglou (J.D. 2013) to Chair OBA’s Small Solo Firm & General Practice Section
Posted on Wednesday, July 4, 2018
The Faculty of Common Law, University of Ottawa is delighted to announce and extends warm congratulations to alumna Samantha Biglou (J.D. 2013), who has been confirmed as the incoming Chair of the Ontario Bar Association's Small Solo Firm & General Practice Section.
Common Law Alumnae Sandra Barton (LL.B. 1998), May Cheng (LL.B. 1991) and Diane Yu (LL.B. 2002) Recipients of 2018 Lexpert Zenith Awards
Posted on Friday, June 29, 2018
Common Law alumnae Sandra Barton (LL.B. 1998), May Cheng (LL.B. 1991) and Diane Yu (LL.B. 2002) were honoured at the 2018 Lexpert Zenith Awards.
Common Law Alumna Nadia Effendi (LL.B. 2003) Elected President of AJEFO
Posted on Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Nadia Effendi (LL.B. 2003) was elected President of AJEFO at its 39th Annual Congress held June 22-23, 2018 in Moncton, New Brunswick.
Joëlle Pastora Sala (J.D. 2013) Championing Access to Justice for New Immigrants to Canada
Posted on Friday, June 22, 2018
Since 2014, Joëlle Pastora Sala (J.D. 2013), a graduate of the French Common Law Program, has been working as a lawyer at the Public Interest Law Centre in Winnipeg.
In Memoriam – William (Bill) J. Simpson (LL.B. 1965)
Posted on Thursday, June 21, 2018
The Faculty of Law, Common Law Section is saddened to hear of the passing of William (Bill) J. Simpson, Q.C., LSM, (LL.B. 1965), who passed away on June 17, 2018 at the age of 78.
Common Law Honour Society – Ottawa Reception in Honour of Katie Black (J.D. 2009) and Pierre Richard (LL.B. 1970)
Posted on Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law alumni Katie Black (J.D. 2009) and Pierre Richard (LL.B. 1970) were officially inducted into the Common Law Honour Society on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.
Get to know Neil Schwartz (LL.B. 2010), co-owner, Escape Manor
Posted on Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Get to know Neil Schwartz (LL.B. 2010), co-owner, Escape Manor
Four Common Law Alumni Win Their Seats in 2018 Ontario Provincial Election
Posted on Friday, June 8, 2018
The Faculty of Law, Common Law Section would like to congratulate Goldie Ghamari (J.D. 2012), Amanda Simard (J.D. 2013), Effie Triantafilopoulos (LL.B. 1976) and Lindsey Park (J.D. 2013) on winning their seats in the June 7, 2018 Ontario Provincial Election.
Common Law Alumnus John Fowler (J.D. 2013) to Headline ideacity 2018
Posted on Thursday, May 31, 2018
John Fowler (J.D. 2013), CEO, The Supreme Cannabis Company Inc., is one of the featured speakers at ideacity 2018, taking place June 20-22, 2018 in Toronto.
Common Law Welcomes Back Professor Elizabeth Sanderson (LL.B. 1979) as Inaugural Public Service Mentor-in-Residence
Posted on Thursday, May 31, 2018
Elizabeth Sanderson (LL.B. 1979) will return to the Common Law Section in for the 2018-19 academic year and serve as the Faculty’s inaugural Public Service Mentor-in-Residence.
Common Law Alumni Running in 2018 Ontario Provincial Election
Posted on Wednesday, May 30, 2018
A number of Faculty of Law, Common Law Section alumni are running for office in the upcoming 2018 Ontario provincial election, which will take place on June 7th.
Common Law Alumna Nathalie Champagne (LL.B. 1990) Appointed to Superior Court of Justice
Posted on Wednesday, May 30, 2018
The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced on May 24, 2018 the appointment of Nathalie Champagne (LL.B. 1990) as a judge of the Superior Court of Justice in and for the Province of Ontario in Cornwall.
Common Law Alumna Mona Kumar (LL.B. 2002) Appointed to Board of Canadian Museum of Immigration
Posted on Monday, May 28, 2018
The Honourable Mélanie Joly announced the appointment of Common Law alumna Mona Kumar (LL. B. 2002) to the board of trustees of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. She has been appointed for a four-year term effective June 1, 2018.
Common Law Alumnus David Nahwegahbow (LL.B. 1980) Co-Chair of the Guide for Lawyers Working with Indigenous Peoples
Posted on Monday, May 28, 2018
Faculty of Law, Common Law Alumnus David Nahwegahbow (LL.B. 1980) recently served as Co-Chair of a working group that developed the Guide for Lawyers Working with Indigenous People.