Welcome 2025–26 President-Elect, Bud Melnyk, KC
Bud Melnyk, KC, begins his term as the 2025–26 President-Elect of the Law Society of Alberta today.
Bud joined the Board as a Bencher in 2018. Bud is a partner with the Red Deer law firm of Warren Sinclair LLP and he practices primarily in the areas of family law and civil litigation.
“It is with deep humility and immense gratitude that I accept the position of President-Elect. I am honoured by the trust that the Benchers have placed in me, and I accept this role with full awareness of the responsibility it carries—not only to our profession, but to the broader community we serve. The legal profession stands as a cornerstone of justice, integrity and service. Our Society, in turn, must reflect and uphold these values in everything we do. I am committed to ensuring that our organization continues to be a leader amongst Law Societies and that we continue to focus on our Strategic Plan.
I want to thank my colleagues, mentors, and peers who have supported me along this journey. Your encouragement and collaboration have been invaluable. I also acknowledge the outstanding leadership of those who have come before me. I am stepping into large shoes, and I do so with respect and resolve.”
To learn more about Bud, visit the Board Directory.