Law Society Of Upper Canada: Humble Origins

Karakatsanis Dept: Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin and Mr. Gerretsen made reference to the humble origins of both judges Judge Moldaver as the son of a scrap metal dealer and a homemaker; Judge Karakatsanis, whose immigrant parents operated a Greek restaurant, according to Globe and Mail. Laurie Pawlitza, head of the Law Society of Upper Canada, said that both judges are renowned for their warmth and focus on the needs and well-being of litigants and a veteran of four marriages, the down-to-earth Judge Moldaver wasted no time in dispelling the aura of formality. Asked to stand facing Judge Karakatsanis to incite their oaths, a wave of laughter erupted when he looked into her eyes and said: I do. Each dignitary stressed Judge Moldaver s reputation as a straight-shooting, compassionate criminal law expert, and Judge Karakatsanis as an accomplished administrator who has seen the development and interpretation of law at every level. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.