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Elections to the Quebec Bar 2023 : The JBM supports Mylène Lemieux's candidacy!
As part of the elections to the Quebec Bar, to be held from May 2 to 12, 2023, the Young Bar Association of Montreal(JBM) is proud to support the candidacy of its former president, Me Mylène Lemieux, for the position of director (Montreal). The JBM encourages its members to vote for the young candidate in order to strengthen the representation of lawyers with ten years' practice or less within the Quebec Bar's decision-making body.
With nearly a decade of legal practice and community involvement behind her, she brings an in-depth knowledge of the Quebec legal system, as well as solid skills in management, governance and professional autonomy. In this regard, it is worth noting her keen interest in governance, having attended training programs at the Institut sur la gouvernance d'organisations privées et publiques and the Collège des administrateurs de sociétés. This know-how is a considerable asset for the mandate she could exercise as a director (Montreal) of the Quebec Bar. What's more, her volunteer involvement with the JBM, as a volunteer on various committees and as president of the organization, has been a major asset.sident of the organization, has made her a committed, dynamic person devoted to the profession and the community.The JBM is convinced that MylèneLemieux is the ideal candidate to contribute to accessible, quality justice and to defend the rule of law.
" Mylène Lemieux is a passionate and rigorous lawyer who has demonstrated her leadership within our legal community. We are convinced that she would be an excellent choice and a very valuable resource for the Quebec Bar. We offer our full support to her candidacy and look forward to working with her to continue promoting accessible, quality justice for all. "
Alexandra Paquette, President of the Young Bar of Montreal
The Young Bar of Montreal fully supports the candidacy of Mylène Lemieux and remains convinced that she will be a dynamic and competent administrator, who will work hard to ensure accessible, quality justice at the Quebec Bar.
One third of Montreal's lawyers, some 6,000, have been practicing for ten years or less. Given their numbers and their historical involvement, young lawyers in Montreal must continue to ensure their representation on the Board of Directors of the Quebec Bar. The Bar of Montreal has adopted a resolution of principle underlining the importance it attaches to the presence of at least one young lawyer from Montreal on the Board of Directors of the Quebec Bar. For details, consult the Resolution adopted by the Council of the Bar of Montreal on November 12, 2014.
It is with their unique vision that young lawyers have helped improve practice conditions and access to justice across Quebec, inspiring reforms to the Barreau du Québec's programs and policies. That's why it's essential to ensure the presence of young lawyers from Montreal on the Quebec Bar's decision-making body.
The Young Bar of Montreal
Founded in 1898, the JBM brings together lawyers with ten years' practice or less in Montreal - over 6,000 members. These young lawyers work in all areas of law, making their mark professionally. They are the next generation of lawyers, both nationally and internationally. They form an influential group, committed to the community, and are destined to become leaders in all spheres of society. When it comes to public affairs, the JBM's mandate is to position itself as a key player in the popularization of current legislation. http://ajbm.qc.ca/
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For further information, please contact
Adam Alaoui| Communications and Public Relations Manager
aalaoui@ajbm.qc.ca | 514.954.6936 | www.ajbm.qc.ca
