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On Wednesday, July 8, the Honourable Mr. Justice Scott G. Pratt was formally sworn in to the bench of the Superior Court of Justice in Windsor, Ontario. Three members of our legal team were honoured to attend this milestone for Windsor and the Essex County legal community.
Greg Monforton was proud to attend in his capacity as the Law Society of Ontario Regional Bencher for the Southwest Region. On behalf of Law Society Treasurer Shalini Konanur, Greg delivered congratulatory remarks to Justice Pratt, reflecting on what this appointment means for the people of Ontario.
Here is an excerpt from Greg’s remarks:
“While today is a celebration shared with family, friends, and colleagues, it also carries broader significance. Judicial appointments are public acts that affirm to the people of this province that their courts are served by individuals of skill, integrity, and dedication. With that affirmation of course comes great responsibility, as you continue in this new judicial chapter to fulfill your obligations to the parties before you, to the rule of the law, and to the democratic framework sustained by an independent judiciary. In an era when democratic institutions around the world are being tested – both at home and abroad – the role of an independent judiciary has never been more vital. Indeed, our judiciary are custodians of civilization itself. Your appointment affirms this principle and reinforces the independence and integrity of the judicial office.”
Two other members of our team were also in attendance: our managing partner and Ontario Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) President-Elect, Joanna Sweet, attended on behalf of OTLA, and our associate, Irina Rosca, attended on behalf of the Advocates’ Society.
Congratulations, Justice Pratt, on this well-earned appointment.
