Lorin MacDonald

Lorin MacDonald, OOnt, LSM, JD, is a Toronto-based human rights lawyer and a disability/accessibility advocate and educator. Named one of the Canadian Lawyers’ Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers in 2021, she has been honoured with the Law Society of Ontario Medal, the Order of Ontario and is a member of the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame.

Empowering change: How awards elevate underrepresented lawyers and strengthen the legal profession

06 Sep 2024

They provide visibility, credibility, and new avenues for those who were historically left out

Being a disability ally in the legal profession starts with breaking your silence

24 Nov 2023

The upcoming International Day of Persons with Disabilities is a perfect chance to step up

Make human rights education mandatory for the legal profession

15 Sep 2023

Ensuring lawyers understand how new approaches to EDI impact communities will strengthen our profession

Expanding medical assistance in dying will have devastating effects on Canadians with disabilities

16 Dec 2022

Medically assisted death should not be more accessible than appropriate supports

How the legal community can better support lawyers with disabilities

21 Oct 2022

The new Canadian Association of Lawyers with Disabilities aims for better inclusion

Celebrating Rosalie Abella's legacy on disability rights

17 Sep 2021

Her impact in this area informed my personal and professional advocacy success