On November 12, 2024, Winnipeg-based lawyer Andrew Konopelny was elected as a member of the board of directors of the Ukrainian Canadian Bar Association (UCBA) at the UCBA’s annual general meeting at the University Club of Toronto.
The annual general meeting featured a fireside chat with the Honourable Arif Virani, P.C., M.P., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada.
Andrew is looking forward to serving on the UCBA and promoting its mission, particularly in expanding the network of legal professionals of Ukrainian origin in Western Canada.
About the Ukrainian Canadian Bar Association
The mission statement of the UCBA is “to maintain a national network of lawyers, judges, paralegals and law students of Ukrainian origin in order to create professional opportunities, to mentor law students and young lawyers, to conduct professional development, as well as to assist Ukraine with respect to the development of its legal system. When necessary, the UCBA will advocate on behalf of its membership and the greater Ukrainian Canadian community and will assist the Canadian Ukrainian Congress and the Ukrainian Canadian, Professional and Business Association in their activities.”
About Andrew Konopelny
Andrew helps clients with their most important construction and infrastructure projects. Whether it is developing the procurement and contracting strategy, negotiating agreements or resolving disputes during and after the project, Andrew is a solutions-oriented lawyer who helps clients navigate the contractual side of complex projects.
Andrew is actively involved in the Ukrainian community, having served on the Board of Trustees for Immaculate Heart of Mary School and the Property Subcommittee for St. Andrew’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.
Find out more about Andrew’s practice here.
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