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Bringing Legal Expertise to Law Reform: Lawyers and the Law Commission of Ontario

  • December 03, 2015

It is with mixed emotions for the OBA and the Law Commission of Ontario (LCO) as we bid farewell to their outgoing Executive Director Patricia Hughes and welcome her successor Nye Thomas. Ms. Hughes has penned a very complimentary letter to the OBA, identifying how the input of lawyers has been key to ensuring that their perspectives and knowledge are incorporated into LCO projects.

OBA Member Receives AODA 10th Anniversary Champion Award

  • November 27, 2015

OBA member Lorin MacDonald, who sits on the Equality Committee, was recognized this week as a recipient of the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO) Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities 10th Anniversary Champion Award.

OBA RECOGNIZED WITH A MAKE A BETTER CANADA AWARD

  • October 30, 2015

The Canadian Society of Association Executives (CSAE) has recognized the Ontario Bar Association with their Make a Better Canada Award in the Professional Development and Education Category.

Call for Volunteers London Lawyers Feed the Hungry

  • October 23, 2015

The OBA Young Lawyers Division – Southwest has partnered with the London Lawyers Feed the Hungry in support of the November 15, 2015 hospitality meal. The LLFH is an important part of the London community and provides direct support for London’s “soup kitchens” and meal program.

OBA President Profiled in Law Times

  • August 31, 2015

In an interview with the Law Times, new OBA President Ed Upenieks discusses his priorities for the year ahead, including helping OBA members engage with their professional and local communities.