New Queen's Counsel appointments

Announcements from the Province

The Society congratulates the following 12 Nova Scotia lawyers on their new Queen's Counsel designations, announced December 22 by the Hon. Ross Landry, Justice Minister and Attorney General:

  • R. Daren Baxter, Hammonds Plains
  • C. LouAnn Chiasson, Dartmouth
  • Sir Graham Day, Hantsport
  • William Delaney, Halifax
  • Vincent A. Gillis, Sydney
  • John A. McKiggan, Halifax
  • Karen Oldfield, Halifax
  • John D. Plowman, Halifax
  • Dwight J.W. Rudderham, Sydney
  • Phillip M. Saunders, Halifax
  • Lawrence John Stordy, Halifax
  • Anthony M. Tam, Halifax

"These appointees have earned the respect of colleagues and many others by making strong personal contributions to their communities and the legal profession," said Mr. Landry.

Recommendations are made to cabinet by an independent advisory committee. Criteria include a minimum of 15 years as a member of the Bar of Nova Scotia, demonstrated professional integrity, good character and outstanding contributions to the practice of law. 

The next deadline for applications or nominations will be in September 2012. Details and forms will be available on the Society's website in the spring, on the Queen's Counsel process page.