Thomas J. Walsh | |
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50th President of the Canadian Bar Association | |
In office 1978–1979 | |
Preceded by | Jacques Viau |
Succeeded by | Gordon F. Henderson |
President of the Alberta Branch, Canadian Bar Association | |
In office 1970–1971 | |
Preceded by | J.W. Beames |
Succeeded by | J.M. Hope |
Personal details | |
Born | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada | March 2, 1927
Died | June 30, 2016 Calgary, Alberta, Canada | (aged 89)
Spouse | Anne Millican |
Children | 5 |
Residence(s) | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
Alma mater | University of Alberta (BA, LL.B) |
Profession | Lawyer |
Thomas Joseph Walsh CM AOE QC (March 2, 1927 – June 30, 2016) was a Canadian lawyer, practising in Calgary, Alberta. In addition to a busy legal practice, he was very active in his community and profession, including serving a term as national president of the Canadian Bar Association. His community involvement was recognised by his appointment to the Order of Canada and to the Alberta Order of Excellence.