Introduction of Guests (4 May 2026)

From Hansard (4 May 2026)

 

Articling Law Students

Hon. Tim McLeod: — Well thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. To you and through you and to all members, I’m very pleased to introduce some exceptional law students seated in your gallery today. Mr. Speaker, these students are future lawyers who are currently articling with the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General.

I’m pleased to introduce and welcome Donnelyn Morrison, Michael Baumgartner, Connor Patterson, and Trish Esmeralda. Joining them is Amy Stapleton, executive advisor to the deputy minister and deputy attorney general of the Ministry of Justice.

Mr. Speaker, Donnelyn grew up in Regina, where she attended Luther College. Prior to obtaining her law degree from the University of Saskatchewan, she graduated from the U of R [University of Regina] with a Bachelor of Arts in international studies. Upon completing her articling term next month, Donnelyn will join the civil law branch with the Ministry of Justice and Solicitor General as a solicitor, where she will be advising the Ministry of Health as well as advising on general matters of privacy and access.

Mr. Speaker, Michael Baumgartner is an articling student with the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General. He graduated from the University of Saskatchewan College of Law in 2025 and will be working with public prosecutions here in Regina once he completes his articles in June.

Connor Patterson is an articling student with the public prosecutions in Regina. Connor graduated with his Juris Doctor with distinction from the University of Saskatchewan as well. Once completed, Connor will be working with Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP right here in Regina.

And Trish Esmeralda is an articling student with the Saskatchewan public prosecutions in Melfort. Last month Trish clerked with the Provincial Court in Saskatoon. This month she will be working with the Ministry of Justice civil branch, and is excited to broaden her legal perspective beyond just criminal law. Notwithstanding her interest in civil law, she has always been drawn to criminal law and is committed to continuing her work within the criminal justice system.

Mr. Speaker, the dedication these students show to their learning and commitment that they bring to the public service is already evident. They each bring a unique perspective and a strong sense of purpose and passion for the legal profession. We are pleased to welcome them here today as they take these important early steps in their careers. I look forward to seeing how each of them will turn out in their commitment to justice, turning the commitment to justice into meaningful, lasting contributions for our province in the years ahead.

Mr. Speaker, I would ask all members to please join me in welcoming these young lawyers to this, their Legislative Assembly.

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