In 2016, Crowe Soberman LLP established the Crowe Soberman Award awarded annually at the FDRIO AGM in November to a professional that works in family dispute resolution:
Contribution to the Field of FDR Mentoring other professionals, teaching, professional writing and projects that enhance the field of family dispute resolution.
Advocacy for Innovation and Systemic Change in FDR Demonstrated leadership, vision, and creativity in improving access to justice for resolving family conflicts. Recipients may be involved in practice or legislative reform, a special event, unique project, research, public education, teaching, writing or professional practice.
Support of Vulnerable Clients A significant contribution to ensuring safety and equity for vulnerable family members through research, teaching, advocacy, or professional leadership.
Nominations are open for the 2024 Crowe Soberman Award. Please make your nomination by September 15, 2024 by using the form below:
Past Crowe Soberman Award Recipients
2016 Chris Bentley
2017 Dr. Barbara Fidler
2018 Thomas Dart
2019 Dr. Rachel Birnbaum
2020 Hilary Linton
2021 Lorne Wolfson
2022 Antoinette Clarke
2023 Award Recipient
At the 2023 Annual Conference, Delving Deeper we honoured the Honourable Madame Gertrude F. Speigel for her dedication and significant contribution to family dispute resolution.