Queens Counsel Appointment Announced

Another recipient of the prestigious Queen's Counsel designation was announced today, March 19, by Justice Minister and Attorney General Cecil Clarke.

Matthew Ryan of North Sydney is the latest member of the counsel.

"I am pleased to acknowledge Mr. Ryan's achievements in the legal profession and his exceptional contributions to the Northside," said Mr. Clarke. "This important designation recognizes the high regard with which Mr. Ryan is held by his colleagues and by his community as a whole."

Recommendations for Q.C. appointments are made to cabinet by an 11-member advisory committee.

Eligibility criteria for Queen's Counsel appointments include: professional integrity; outstanding contributions to the practice of law; an exceptional contribution through teaching or continuing legal education; demonstration of exceptional qualities of leadership in the profession; or engaging in activities of a public or charitable nature in such a way as to raise the esteem in which the legal profession is held by the public.