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Acting Dean Andrew Botterell shares his vision
Professor Andrew Botterell has agreed to assume the role of acting dean during the university’s search for Western Law’s next dean. We recently spoke to Acting Dean Botterell about what he most appreciates about Western Law, his plans for the upcoming year and his past and current scholarship. |
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‘Be better tomorrow than you are today’: JD class of 2027 steps into the legal profession
As the JD class of 2027 began their collective journey into the legal profession at Western Law’s Induction Ceremony on September 3, keynote speaker Justice Charles Chang (LL.B. ’00) advised that professionalism must guide each step on their path. |
Western Law faculty, students advocate for accessible air travel
Accompanied by five Western Law students, visiting research professor of disability rights David Lepofsky was invited to appear at a hearing of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. |
Tort law scholar Professor Maytal Gilboa joins Western Law
Complementing Western Law’s strength in private law theory, Maytal Gilboa, PhD, will join the faculty as an associate professor in January 2025. |
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Setting a new precedent: George Dolhai ’87 named Director of the Public Prosecution Service of Canada
Following a distinguished thirty-plus year career as a public prosecutor, George Dolhai (LL.B. ’87) was named Director of the Public Prosecution Service of Canada in June. |
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Living her values: Katie DiTomaso ’03 earns OBA award for professionalism and civility
In June, Katie DiTomaso (LL.B. ’03) was recognized by the Ontario Bar Association (OBA) with the 2024 Joel Kuchar Award for Professionalism and Civility. |
Paul Hansen (PhD '24) earns fourth Western degree at 77
At 77, Paul Hansen earned his fourth degree from Western and his toughest yet, a PhD in Law. |
Marlene McGrath (LLB’86) elected vice-chair of Western's Board of Governors
A member of Western University’s board since 2022, Marlene McGrath (LLB’86) has been elected as vice-chair of Western's Board of Governors. |
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Lerners LLP establishes Women in Law Lecture series
Recognizing the importance of knowledge sharing and mentorship for aspiring female lawyers, Lerners LLP has generously donated $50,000 to establish the Lerners LLP Women in Law Lecture at Western Law. |
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New Yorker | Professor Valerie Oosterveld was quoted in a New Yorker article about the International Criminal Court’s decision to acquit Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz, de facto chief of the Islamic police, of gender-related charges against him.
The Star | The Toronto Star has recently featured the advocacy of visiting research professor David Lepofsky who is drawing attention to the ways in which the Toronto courthouse is falling short on meeting the province’s accessibility legislation.
CBA National Magazine | Professor Jacob Shelley was quoted in a CBA National Magazine article about proposed Health Canada regulations limiting the advertising of unhealthy foods to children in an effort to address obesity.
CBC London | Assistant Dean, Sunil Gurmukh was quoted in a CBC News London article regarding the findings from the London Police Service's investigation into systemic racism within the force.
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