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Congratulations Helga D. Van Iderstine

2022 Richard J. Scott Award Recipient

Ms Van Iderstine is a partner with MLT Aikins. The breadth of her practice is vast, including litigation and administrative law, professional liability, health care, utility work and advice on matters related to regulatory issues.

Ms Van Iderstine has been a pioneer in the field of medical assistance in death and dying, has given freely of her time and experience in many pro bono activities as well as to the governance of the profession. She is a trusted mentor who has also been a generous and committed leader for the advancement of art, culture, education, sport and commerce in Manitoba.

This Award was created in 2013 in honour of Richard J. Scott, former Chief Justice of Manitoba and is awarded annually to an individual who advances the rule of law and contributes to a strong and independent legal profession through advocacy, litigation, teaching, research, writing or mentoring.

For more information, visit the Richard J. Scott Award page.