ENDORSEMENTS

Enzo Rondinelli is a leader in the criminal bar. He is smart, thoughtful and energetic. As a professor he has taught a generation of lawyers how to think clearly about ethics and professionalism. He would be an industrious creative bencher.

Frank Addario

Addario Law Group

Past President - Criminal Lawyers' Association

I am so very pleased that Enzo has put his name forward and offered to serve as a Bencher, I strongly endorse him and urge others to do the same. The regulation of this Profession has often been something that we pay too little attention to in our busy lives. It is vitally important to have Benchers who are thoughtful, experienced, understand the importance of a fair and focused process that is balanced and enhance the reputation not only of the Profession at large but the individual member. A brilliant and devoted teacher, a well respected and talented member of the Criminal bar, and a leader in our Profession -- we will be well served with Enzo as one of our governors.

William M. Trudell

Simcoe Chambers

Law Society Medal Recipient, 2014

I am delighted to endorse Enzo for Bencher. His tremendous contributions to the law can be found in the reported cases he has argued, the hundreds of law students he has taught, and the numerous books and legal articles he has written. Despite these considerable achievements, I have been most impressed with Enzo’s tireless willingness to give back to the profession and the public at large, whether it be mentoring a new call or providing pro bono assistance to a marginalized accused. I have no doubt that Enzo has the ability to help steer the Law Society ship into positive and constructive territory.

Brian Greenspan

Greenspan Humphrey Lavine

Having known Enzo for almost 20 years, I am confident that he will make an excellent bencher. From our experience teaching together, I know that he is committed to education and to mentoring and that he is prepared to work countless unpaid hours in support of both. From our work together on the Criminal Lawyers' Association, I know that he is dedicated to improving the way the justice system treats lawyers and their clients. And from simply having worked with him as a lawyer, I know that Enzo is insightful, organized and fearless as an advocate. He has my vote. I urge you to give him yours too.

Paul Burstein

Burstein Bryant

Past President - Criminal Lawyers' Association

Enzo is a passionate advocate, and educator, who has demonstrated a commitment to mentorship, and access to justice. I believe we need the kind of fresh leadership Enzo would bring and that he will make an outstanding Bencher.

Lorne Sossin

Dean

Osgoode Hall Law School

Enzo Rondinelli embodies the lawyer as advocate: he brings years of experience as criminal defence counsel, educator, role model and Treasurer of the Criminal Lawyers’ Association. He is collegial, collaborative and dedicated. I am pleased to support Enzo for bencher in 2015.

Janet Leiper

Bencher

I applaud Enzo’s strong commitment to access to justice and pro bono initiatives.

Matthew Cohen

Director of Litigation Projects

Pro Bono Law Ontario

I am pleased to endorse Enzo Rondinelli for Bencher. Enzo is thoughtful and understands what access to justice really means. The criminal bar in particular faces huge challenges and I am confident that Enzo can help fight those battles as Bencher.

Marlys A. Edwardh

Sack Goldblatt Mitchell LLP

Law Society Medal Recipient, 1998

Enzo Rondinelli would be a fabulous Bencher and it is my privilege to endorse his candidacy. He is bright, hard-working and a long-time friend. He would work tirelessly for ALL members of the Bar.

Brian Heller

Heller, Rubel Barristers

Great hair, great legal mind, great dedication to the legal profession – what’s not to like?

Eugene Meehan, Q.C.

Supreme Advocacy LLP

Ottawa

I enthusiastically support Enzo's candidacy as a Bencher of the Law Society. In his criminal practice, he has shown exceptional wisdom, judgment and skill, and concern for the vulnerable and marginalized as well as the betterment of our profession. All of this and more make him a most worthy candidate.

Mark Sandler

Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Bergman

Bencher

Enzo will be an excellent bencher. He is a passionate advocate, educator, scholar and mentor tapped into the issues facing the profession and younger advocates in particular. Enzo’s compassion, integrity, judgment and communication skills will be a tremendous asset for the public and the profession.

Antonio Di Domenico

Partner, Fasken Martineau

I am delighted to endorse Enzo for bencher. Tough, smart, tenacious, friendly, fair, principled and dedicated, with a keen commitment to public service.

David Lepofsky

2003 Recipient of the Law Society's

Lincoln Alexander Award

And Proud to be Endorsed by:

I have known Enzo for almost 20 years. I can say, without reservation, that he is the most genuine, ego-free, dedicated and committed lawyer I have encountered in this business. Enzo has a real passion for law and teaching. He is a recognized expert and leader in his field. I have no doubt that Enzo will be an outstanding Bencher, who will bring to the task the same dedication and commitment he brings to all endeavors. I should add that Enzo has a balanced and even-keeled demeanor. He is patient and a good listener. ‎He also has a wonderful sense of humour. These are all qualities that would make him a hard working and effective Bencher. I will be voting for Enzo and I hope you will as well.

Joseph Di Luca

Past Vice President - Criminal Lawyers' Association