A Saskatchewan lawyer who spent some time in North Battleford as a prosecutor has been recognized with the Queen’s Counsel designation.
Tony Gerein was awarded the designation in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the legal profession and public service.
Queen’s Counsel appointments are based on recommendations from a committee consisting of Saskatchewan's Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Chief Justice of the Court of Appeal for Saskatchewan or Chief Justice of the Court of Queen's Bench and past presidents of the Saskatchewan branch of the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Society of Saskatchewan. The nominee must have practiced for at least 10 years.
Gerein joined the Ministry of Justice in 1995 as a Crown Prosecutor in North Battleford, Meadow Lake and Saskatoon.
He joined Public Prosecutions Head Office as Senior Appellate Prosecutor in 2001, and was appointed Director of Prosecutors for the Public Prosecutions Division in 2014. Since February 2017 he has been Assistant Deputy Attorney General, Prosecutions.
“I’m pleased to recognize the exceptional contributions and dedication of Tony Gerein,” said Justice Minister and Attorney General Gordon Wyant in a statement. “Tony has made significant contributions to the legal profession and demonstrated a commitment to public service.”
