The Law Society of Upper Canada presented awards to ten lawyers during a special ceremony at Convocation Hall at Osgoode Hall on June 17, 2010. The Law Society Medal, the Lincoln Alexander Award and the Laura Legge Award were presented by Treasurer W. A. Derry Millar to lawyers who represent the highest level of achievement and commitment to serving society and the profession.
Established in 1985, the Law Society Medal is presented annually to outstanding Ontario lawyers whose service reflects the highest ideals of the profession. The award is given for outstanding service, whether in a particular area of practice, in the academic sector, or in some other professional capacity.
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2010 Lincoln Alexander Award
Aly N. Alibhai, Ottawa, called to the Bar of Ontario 1992.
Aly N. Alibhai has a long and rich history of community and public service to advance the well-being of others. He has worked for a host of causes and serves as a director on several boards, including Legal Aid Ontario where he advocates for access to justice. In addition to providing dedicated service to his community, Mr. Alibhai has volunteered to help alleviate poverty in the developing world with organizations such as the Aga Khan Foundation Canada. He is currently senior counsel and director in the International Legal Programs Section of the Department of Justice Canada.
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