Mel Beaton Memorial Award in Law

Award descriptionA $2,000 award has been made available annually through a gift from Hammerco Lawyers LLP in memory of Mel Beaton (1961-2022), for a second- or third-year student in the J.D. program who has good academic standing. Students must demonstrate an interest in business law or corporate and commercial transactions, and a commitment to access to justice or community service. Preference will be given to students who are the first in their immediate family to attend law school. Mel (B.Com. 1985, LL.B. 1986) was one of the founding partners of Hammerco Lawyers LLP and provided leadership in the practices of business law and corporate and commercial transactions for thirty-five years. He was passionate about community service and provided pro bono services to non-profit organizations. Mel dedicated his time to Education without Borders, a charity organization that provides education support and programs to disadvantaged individuals who have been historically or systemically marginalized. The award is made on the recommendation of the Peter A. Allard School of Law.