Richard J. Scott Award

The Richard J. Scott Award is presented annually by the Law Society of Manitoba 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.

The award honours former Chief Justice Richard Scott, who served as Manitoba’s Chief Justice for over 20 years and is a Past President of the Law Society of Manitoba. The Honourable Mr. Scott serves as Chair of the Selection Committee.

How to Submit a Nomination

Submissions should include the nominee’s C.V. and an explanation as to why the nominee deserves this award. Previous nominees are welcome to submit their names for consideration.

Regular Mail

Chief Executive Officer
The Law Society of Manitoba
200 – 260 St. Mary Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3C 0M6

Or Email

Pat Bourbonnais
pbourbonnais@lawsociety.mb.ca

For more information Contact

Leah Kosokowsky
Chief Executive Officer
lkosokowsky@lawsociety.mb.ca
204-926-2030

Past Award Recipients

2023 Richard J. Scott Award Recipient

Garth Smorang, K.C.

Mr. Smorang is General Counsel for Myers LLP, having recently retired as the firm’s managing partner and from a busy 40 year practice in labour and employment law, exclusively representing unions and employees.

Mr. Smorang dedicated his career to advocating for workers in a variety of settings and has served as counsel in important, precedent setting unfair labour practice decisions. He has given generously of his time in many pro bono activities, including the governance of the profession, education in the field of labour law, the mentorship of young lawyers and to the broader community.