M. Jerry McHale, Q.C. (Credit: University of Victoria)

The University of Victoria has appointed distinguished lawyer M. Jerry McHale, Q.C. as the Lam Chair in Law and Public Policy.

McHale will serve a two-year term—beginning in July—in the position and will serve to provide his expertise in the area of dispute resolution to students and researchers at the university.

“We are pleased to announce this joint appointment,” says dean of the Faculty of Human and Social Development, Mary Ellen Purkis. “Mr. McHale’s experience as a practitioner and policy expert will be a valued addition to our program and the broader social justice interests within our faculty.”

Distinguished Lawyer Named Lam Chair At UVic [University of Victoria]