Osgoode Hall Law School is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of four distinguished members of its community—faculty and alumni—who have been named to the 2024 Order of Ontario. This prestigious recognition honours individuals whose outstanding contributions have made a lasting impact in their fields and beyond, in Ontario, Canada, and the world.
Professor Poonam Puri, York Research Chair in Corporate Governance, Investor Protection & Financial Markets, has made transformative contributions to law and justice. As the co-founder and Director of Canada’s first Investor Protection Clinic, she has pioneered initiatives that provide pro bono legal support to individuals affected by financial misconduct. Throughout her 25-year tenure at Osgoode, Professor Puri has held numerous leadership roles, including Associate Dean and Founder and Director of the Business LLM program at OsgoodePD. Her globally recognized scholarship continues to shape corporate governance and influence policy reform.
The Honourable Todd L. Archibald ’86 (LLM) has devoted over four decades to resolving complex legal disputes. His distinguished career includes roles as a Crown Prosecutor, a litigation partner at a leading Canadian law firm, and more than 20 years as a trial judge on the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. Now a Chartered mediator and arbitrator, Mr. Archibald leverages his extensive experience to provide trusted leadership in alternative dispute resolution, helping parties reach fair solutions and rebuild relationships.
Rudolph Bratty ’57, ’17 (LLD), a lawyer, real estate developer, and philanthropist, has played a pivotal role in shaping the urban landscape of the Greater Toronto Area. As the founding partner of Brattys LLP and The Remington Group, he has led transformative projects, including the revitalization of Downtown Markham, which brought vibrant residential and commercial spaces to the area. His philanthropic efforts, such as The R.P. Bratty Family Foundation $10-million gift to York University in 2020 to support the development of its Markham campus, further exemplify his lasting legacy.
Walied Soliman ’01, a pre-eminent lawyer and philanthropist, is the Canadian Chair of Norton Rose Fulbright and board Chair of the SickKids Hospital Foundation. Renowned for his expertise in shareholder activism, corporate governance, high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, and restructuring, Soliman was appointed by the Ontario government in 2020 to chair the Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce. In 2019, he was named the Global Citizen Laureate by the United Nations Association in Canada in recognition of his professional and philanthropic contributions.
“These outstanding honourees embody Osgoode’s commitment to excellence, leadership, and service,” said Dean Trevor Farrow. “Their remarkable achievements inspire our community to continue making meaningful contributions to society.”
Osgoode Hall Law School extends its heartfelt congratulations to Professor Puri, The Honourable Todd Archibald, Rudolph Bratty, and Walied Soliman on this well-deserved recognition. Their accomplishments serve as a testament to the values of excellence and impact that Osgoode upholds.
View the full list of 2024 Order of Ontario recipients here.