Roger Burrill Recipient of 2021 CBA Legal Aid Leader Award
Congratulations to Roger Burrill for being recognized with the CBA’s National Legal Aid Leader Award for 2021. The Award distinguishes legal aid lawyers who have made notable contributions to advancing access to justice for those in need. Roger was chosen by the CBA Access to Justice Subcommittee for this Award. The honour is well deserved. Roger is currently part of the Presenting Counsel Team of the Mass Casualty Commission, a joint initiative of the federal and provincial governments led by Michael MacDonald, former Chief Justice of Nova Scotia. Details regarding the Award and his accomplishments during his 35 years of service, can be found in the CBA announcement and the Canadian Lawyer article: