Peter A Allard School of Law

Alumni Portal

Allard School of Law Alumni

The ultimate measure of a law school is its graduates. At the Allard School of Law, we've educated generations of outstanding leaders who have made their mark in a broad range of spheres, from the legal profession and the judiciary to business, government and academia. Our alumni are not only excelling in their professions, they're contributing to their communities, working in diverse ways to improve the world around them and creating a more just and equitable society. The law school takes great pride in its many graduates.

Do you know an alum who is truly accomplished? Who has a fascinating life story? Who has given back to their community in a remarkable way? Every month we profile one of our alumni in our newsletter and we would appreciate your suggestions of alumni who deserve to be profiled. Please send your suggestions to Jennifer Regan.



Alumni E-Newsletter

Our monthly e-newsletter keeps you up to date and informed about the latest law community and alumni news and achievements. It also provides event information and reunion updates.

Recent Alumni Profiles

Bill Lomax

Bill Lomax (LLB '97)

Bill Lomax, a proud member of the Gitxsan Nation, has dedicated his career to improving the economic prospects of Indigenous communities. With a law degree from UBC and an MBA from Columbia University, Bill combines legal expertise with financial acumen to drive transformative change. As President and CEO of the First Nations Bank of Canada, he focuses on bridging economic disparities and empowering Indigenous communities to build financial stability that can last for generations.

Mariam Omotosho

Mariam Omotosho (LLM ’21)

Mariam Omotosho is a Policy and Program Analyst in the Policy, Programs, and Regulation Branch, Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure. Mariam shares how her LLM at Allard Law helped to prepare her for her current job and her future career.

Carl Jonsson

Carl Jonsson (LLB ’58)

Carl Jonsson has been dedicated to practicing law for an impressive 64 years. Born and raised in Port Alberni, his legal journey began while he was still a high school student. Now nearing retirement, Carl shares that he has had “a very satisfying career,” which has made the practice of law the perfect choice for him.

Read more alumni profiles on the Allard Law History Project.

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