What Does a Bencher Do?

September 07, 2023

The upcoming 2023 election for the Law Society’s Board members (Benchers) will be held Nov. 14 to 21, 2023. To help lawyers better understand Benchers’ roles within the Law Society and legal profession, a the Law Society has assembled a brief explainer, entitled What Does a Bencher Do? Watch the…

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2023 Bencher Election Results

November 22, 2023

The Law Society of Alberta is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 Bencher Election. Of the 11,352 eligible voters, 5,068 lawyers (45 per cent of the profession) voted. The following Benchers are elected for a three-year term commencing Feb. 29, 2024: President-Elect Deanna Steblyk, KC Northern District Stephanie…

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Voting is Now Closed for 2023 Bencher Election

November 14, 2023

*Please note that the voting for the 2023 Bencher Election is now closed. The results will be available and posted to our website as soon as possible. Starting today, Tuesday, Nov. 14, all eligible active lawyers should receive their voting credentials (username and password) from eBallot via their preferred email…