International Day of Democracy – Sept 15
The Law Society of Manitoba joins the Federation of Law Societies of Canada in acknowledging International Day of Democracy – September 15, 2025. Statement from the Federation of Law Societies […]
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Notice of Disbarment – Paul Sydney Vyamucharo-Shawa
By resolution of a Panel of the Discipline Committee of The Law Society of Manitoba, PAUL SYDNEY VYAMUCHARO-SHAWA was found guilty of professional misconduct. He was ordered to be disbarred […]
2025 Annual Report & Financial Statements
Strengthening the Profession, Serving the Public The Law Society of Manitoba is proud to release our 2025 Annual Report and Financial Statements —a comprehensive snapshot of the progress we’ve made […]
2025 A. Montague Israels, QC Prize Winner
Congratulations Melinda Moch 2025 A. Montague Israels, QC Prize Winner This year’s recipient has shown a profound commitment to reconciliation and Indigenous empowerment within the legal profession. A proud member […]
Introducing the New Law Society President and Vice President
The benchers of the Law Society of Manitoba are pleased to announce the election of Kyle Dear as its 105th President. The benchers are also pleased to announce the election […]
2024 Articling Survey: Cross-Provincial Comparison
In 2024, the Law Societies of Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia and the Nova Scotia Barristers’ Society surveyed articling students and new lawyers as well as principals, mentors and recruiters. […]
2025 Richard J. Scott Award Announcement
Community News Announcement Congratulations Karen Busby
Reflecting on a Decade of the TRC Calls to Action
On June 2, 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada released its Executive Summary and 94 Calls to Action. Among them, Call to Action 27 urged the legal profession […]
Report Claims Now
Important Reminder for the Profession: Remember to report all potential insurance claims before your new Professional Liability Insurance Policy comes into effect on July 1, 2025. If you are aware […]
Insurance for Claims Over $1 Million
Important Reminder for the Profession: It depends on your practice, but some lawyers and firms really do need insurance coverage in excess of the mandatory $1 Million policy. Applications for […]
