The Law Society of Ontario presented a degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD), today to Ontario’s 27th Lieutenant Governor, The Honourable James Bartleman, O.C., O.Ont., at its Call to the Bar ceremony at RBC Place London.
The Law Society of Ontario presented a degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa (LLD), to Ovide Mercredi, a former National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, at its Call to the Bar ceremony at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa on June 17.
The Law Society is expecting a large audience of observers to attend June 27 Convocation, which will be held in the Lamont Learning Centre, on the first floor of Osgoode Hall at 130 Queen Street West, Toronto. We encourage anyone who plans to follow the proceedings of the June 27 meeting of Convocation to plan ahead and consider all available viewing options, including webcast.
We apologize for the scheduling of the Barrister Examination on Eid, on June 4, 2019. This was a mistake on our part. We strive to respect the diversity of our legal community and to take into account religious and cultural holidays in the licensing process. We are currently reviewing our protocols and procedures to ensure that the scheduling of the licensing examinations does not result in such a conflict in the future.
The Secretary to Convocation has received notices of motion for June 27, 2019 Convocation.
The Law Society is currently seeking applications from qualified lawyers for appointment to the Ontario Judicial Council. Submit an application by July 15, 2019.
The Indigenous Advisory Group is currently seeking new members. The deadline for replies is June 28, 2019.
At the close of nominations on May 24, 2019 at 5:00 pm, two benchers have been nominated for the office of Treasurer of the Law Society of Ontario for the term commencing June 27, 2019.
Outstanding members of Ontario's legal professions were recognized for their career achievements and contributions to their communities at the annual Law Society Awards ceremony on May 22, 2019, at Osgoode Hall in Toronto.
Members of Ontario's legal professions will be recognized for their exceptional career achievements and contributions to their communities at the annual Law Society Awards ceremony on May 22, 2019, at Osgoode Hall in Toronto.