TORONTO, June 28,
2024 /CNW/ - The Law Society of Ontario honored several distinguished
individuals with a degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa
(LLD) at the Call to the Bar ceremonies held earlier this month. An
LLD is awarded in recognition of outstanding achievements in the
legal profession, the rule of law or the cause of justice.
Pamela Cross, who has
demonstrated extraordinary achievement and leadership in the
advancement of women's equality in Canada. For 30 years, Pamela has worked
tirelessly as a lawyer, researcher, teacher, writer, public
speaker, mentor and activist to explain and challenge how the law
addresses individualized and systemic violence against girls and
women. Read more.
The Honourable David Doherty, who has made an
indelible mark on the law of this country while leading the way as
a lawyer, a teacher and a jurist. Called to the Bar in 1975,
Justice Doherty rose to prominence
as one of Canada's finest criminal
lawyers and eminent jurists. Upon his retirement in 2024, he was
the longest-serving judge of the Court of Appeal for Ontario and second-longest-serving appellate
judge in Canadian history. Read more.
Teresa Mary
Donnelly, a recognized leader, whose career has
been devoted to public service and advancing the public interest.
Called to the Bar in 1991, Teresa has dedicated her career to
providing access to justice for victims of domestic and sexual
violence, the overwhelming majority of whom are women and children.
Read more.
Mary Eberts, a
trailblazer, who was never daunted by the challenges she faced and
became one of Canada's most highly
respected lawyers and human rights advocates. Mary was influential
in the creation of section 15 of the Canadian Charter of
Rights and Freedoms and has strengthened the equality
rights of women and girls under the Charter through her tireless
work. Read more.
Marie Henein, who
demonstrates a deep and abiding commitment to the administration of
justice and the rule of law. Marie is committed to giving back to
the legal community, generously sharing her expertise as a mentor
to young lawyers and a role model for young women. Her impact
on the lives and careers of generations of lawyers over the years
has been profound. Read more.
The Honourable Lise Maisonneuve, whose intellect,
sound judgment and understanding of the law and justice system have
earned her the respect of the legal professions, the judiciary and
Ontarians. As Chief Justice, Justice
Maisonneuve demonstrated a deep commitment to working with
partners to address systemic challenges in modernizing the criminal
justice system, reducing delays and to improving access to justice
for French speaking Ontarians. Read more.
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maintain and advance the cause of justice and the rule of law, to
facilitate access to justice for the people of Ontario and to act in a timely, open and
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