It is with profound sadness that we advise of the death of Jane O’Neill, KC, this past weekend.
Jane was a long-term member of McInnes Cooper, joining the firm after clerking with The Honourable Michel Bastarache at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Jane had a remarkable legal career. She had the intellect and ability to analyze and simplify complex legal issues that few could rival. She embraced the role of advocate, and was in her element when litigating the causes of her clients.
While Jane influenced the results of many important legal cases, she even more importantly influenced the development of many lawyers through her mentorship and friendship. Not one for pretence or formality, Jane just had a natural ability to lead, and to put people at ease.
Her reach was long not only in terms of her litigation expertise and mentorship, but in giving back to her profession and community. She was an active volunteer with the Nova Scotia Barristers' Society, having recently served on Council. She was a lifelong champion of the Liberal Party, contributing her talents and advice to many.
Our deepest condolences are sent to Jane’s family and friends, and particularly to her children Sam, Audrey and Bridget, and to all whose lives were touched by Jane in so many different ways.
If you would like to pay your respects, a service will be hosted at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 27th, at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1725 Oxford Street.
Please note that there is no parking available, and we kindly ask that you plan accordingly.
