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Law class of ‘74 doubles down on student support

Anniversary gift strengthens support for future legal leaders

Wahkohtowin Lodge legal counsel Gavin Cazon-Wilkes receives national recognition

Cazon-Wilkes is awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal for his commitment to Indigenous justice work in the North

Justice Mustard's legacy empowers next generation of legal minds

Financial relief and recognition inspire top performance for recipients of new prize in wills and estates law

In Memoriam: Faculty of Law alum remembered for his success and generosity

David McLean’s life, work and philanthropy saw him receive four honorary degrees and countless other awards

Celebrating 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient, Robert Philp

In recognition of his significant contributions to the legal sector and service to the community, the Faculty of Law is proud to congratulate Robert Philp as this years Distinguished Alumni Award recipient.

In Memoriam: Law remembers Frank Jones for his dedication to community

Frank Jones, former dean of the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Law, spent more than three decades with the Faculty, steering the law school through a time of rapid growth

John Olthuis, ‘61 BA, ‘64 LLB, appointed to Order of Canada

Alumnus recognized with one of Canada’s highest honours for contributions to Indigenous justice

A conversation with accomplished lawyer and mentor Stephen Parker

Faculty of Law alumnus dedicated to guiding next generation of Black legal professionals

In Photos: Justice Sheilah Martin Keynote and Reception

Faculty of Law alumni have history of thriving in Newfoundland and Labrador

Two U of A graduates discuss how education helped them succeed in a province all the way across the country

New judicial appointments in Alberta include two Faculty of Law alumni

Justices Ayla Akgungor and Kevin Feth among those appointed to the bench

Alumna Justice Karen Hewitt remembered for long, celebrated career and her work with the U of A

Hewitt was the recipient of many awards and appointments in Alberta and a stalwart presence of the province’s legal community

Mentorship program supports Indigenous students on their law school journey

Initiative spearheaded by Faculty of Law alumna Justice Cheryl Arcand-Kootenay

Faculty of Law alumni share their advice for navigating law school and beyond

Advice covers everything from dealing with imposter syndrome to building lifelong friendships

From aspiring comic book artist to accomplished copyright lawyer

Law alumni Rob McDonald, K.C. ('88 LLB) has earned a Distinguished Service Award from the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Society of Alberta

Putting community contributions before billable hours

Law alumni Howard J. Sniderman, K.C. ('81 LLB) has earned a Distinguished Service Award from the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Society of Alberta

Remembering Laura K. Stevens, K.C.

Alumna was a renowned criminal defense lawyer and a Judge for the Provincial Court of Alberta

Building the law firm of the future

Alumnus Brett Colvin is innovating the legal experience through his award-winning platform Goodlawyer

Faculty of Law congratulates The Hon. Ritu Khullar on her appointment as new Chief Justice of Alberta

Khullar has a close connection to the Faculty as a former sessional instructor and guest lecturer

Remembering The Hon. Brian Burrows

Alumni was a justice of the Court of King's Bench of Alberta and a sessional instructor at the Faculty

Faculty of Law hosts an evening to celebrate alumna Violet King Henry

Special guest Jo-Anne Henry captivated the audience with stories about her late mother and reflections on her remarkable legacy

Local law firm supports new moot in family law

The Morrison LLP Family Law Moot will be held for the first time in the spring of 2023

The Honourable Judge Lorianna Bennett, ’97 LLB, on the balance of career and family

Bennett reflects on her career to date and staying true to what’s important

Remembering alumnus William (Bill) Wilson

Former justice of the Court of King's Bench of Alberta was at the top of his graduating class

Alumni receive Law Society of Alberta Viscount Bennett Scholarship to support graduate studies

Two members of the Faculty of Law community are starting the next chapter of their academic journeys with a serious financial boost

Honouring an Unparalleled Legacy

The newly established Violet King Henry Law School Award funded by Miller Thomson LLP carries on the spirit of a remarkable alumna

A Chief Justice for Our Times

Catherine Fraser hangs up her gown

Alumni & Friends President Tricia Waddell’s inspiring commitment to the Faculty

Alumna Patricia Hebert, QC, honoured for outstanding commitment to access to justice

Hebert awarded American College of Trial Lawyers’ Beverley McLachlin Access to Justice Award

Bob H. Aloneissi appointed Justice of the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta

Alumni brings passion for fairness and understanding to position

University of Alberta Alumni Awards honour three law graduates

The Hon. C. Adèle Kent, Melynnie Rizvi and Kristen Hagg recognized at March 16 ceremony

Allison Jandura chosen for Supreme Court of Canada clerkship

Alumna will clerk with the Honourable Justice Russell Brown beginning in August 2023

International Women’s Day: Alumna Doris Bonora, QC, inspires as role model, mentor

Bonora’s leadership over the last three decades paves the way for other women in the profession

Black History Month: Alumnus Peter Obiefuna remains inspired by community

Obiefuna turned a lifelong passion for justice into his third career

Former Faculty member Dale Gibson remembered for impactful legal career

Professor was regarded as a leader on Constitutional Law

New endowment named for alumnus Lionel Jones will support BIPOC students

Alumnus was first Black judge on Provincial Court of Alberta and first Black justice on Court of Queen’s Bench

Alumnus remembered for career as litigator and Court of Queen’s Bench justice

Justice Alec Murray graduated from the Faculty of Law in 1960

Three alumni appointed to Provincial Court of Alberta

New judges are Gordon Hatch, T. Michael Scrase and Olugbenga Shoyele

Former Supreme Court Justice William Stevenson dies

Alumnus and former Faculty of Law professor co-wrote the Alberta Rules of Court

Inspirational young lawyer Wade Brown dies

Alumnus pursued law and other passions despite numerous physical setbacks

First Chief Justice of Nunavut remembered for impressive legacy

Justice Beverley Browne championed access to justice for Indigenous peoples

Two Faculty of Law alumni honoured with University of Alberta Alumni Awards

E. Orest Yereniuk and C.H.William Cheung recognized for their service to profession and community

Former Chief Judge renowned for changes he brought to Provincial Court as its leader

Ernest J. Walter also lauded as a personable communicator

Indigenous Faculty of Law alumni holding their first gathering

Virtual gathering will be an informal reunion and networking event

Leading trial lawyer and former Law Society president practised law for 60 years

James Redmond, QC, remembered as a kind and analytical lawyer, scholar and mentor

Douglas R. Stollery appointed to Order of Canada

Alumnus recognized for exemplary contributions to Canadian society

Senator Elaine McCoy praised for helping to modernize Canada’s Senate

Former longtime Alberta cabinet minister graduated from Faculty of Law in 1969

Clothing new lawyers with care

Lawyer Moira Váně creates free robe bank in honour of alumna Iris Barry Yake

Alumnus consolidates Canada’s historical and contemporary Constitutional documents in one volume

New book by Donald F. Bur distils and organizes material thematically

Alumna Darlene Scott, QC, elected president of Law Society of Alberta

Nine other alumni will start three-year terms as benchers

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