Kent H. Davidson has been appointed the new Chief Justice of the Court of King's Bench in Alberta. (Photo: Alberta Courts)

By David Opinko

New Chief Justice appointed in Alberta

Jun 24, 2024 | 8:52 AM

A new person is in charge of the Court of King’s Bench in Alberta.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced the appointment of the Hounorable Kent H. Davidson as Chief Justice.

“I wish the Honourable Kent H. Davidson all the best in his new role. His experience and expertise in many areas of the law will bring tremendous value to the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta,” says Trudeau.

Davidson was born and raised in Flin Flon, Manitoba. He attended the University of Alberta and was admitted to the Alberta Bar in 1983.

His career in law spans 36 years, working in construction litigation, commercial litigation, real estate litigation, labour and employment law, public inquiries, arbitration, mediation, insolvency, criminal law, and personal injury.

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He was appointed to the King’s Counsel in 2008, and in 2014, was elected the National Chair of Miller Thomson LLP.

Davidson also served two terms as a city coucillor in St. Albert from 1992-1995 and from 1998-2001.

Chief Justices in Canada are responsible for the leadership and administration of their courts. They also serve as members of the Canadian Judicial Council.

Davidson replaces Mary T. Moreau, who was appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada in November 2023.

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