Deloras M. O'Neill, K.C./c.r.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in high conflict environments
• Investigated situations of conflict and applied practical collaborative problem solving in group process

Provided guidance to court staff, self represented litigants, lawyers on superior court proceedings

Acted as Provincial Jury Trial Coordinator as part of province wide response to the pandemic challenges

Exercised various roles under Federal and Provincial Legislation including matters of personal bankruptcy, assessment of costs and support order enforcement

Chaired the commission charged with making enquiries and delivering a report to the legislature with recommendations on matters pertaining to remuneration of judges in New Brunswick.

Early career as a Staff Lawyer with the Nova Scotia Legal Aid Commission (Halifax/Dartmouth) as a defence lawyer (1987-2005) managing an extensive caseload serving clients in conflict with the criminal justice system at all stages of process. Appeared before all levels of court including conducting appeals and jury trials.

Mid-level professional experience is concentrated in the private practise of law from 1996 to 2008 primarily with the Bingham Law Group in Moncton NB. Focus on Family and Civil matters working closely with clients and families in crisis and transition both in litigation and collaborative alternatives to court resolutions.