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CBA NL Welcomes New President and Executive Committee for 2025–26

August 26, 2025

The Canadian Bar Association Newfoundland and Labrador Branch is pleased to announce its 2025–26 President and Executive Commitee September 1, 2025.   

Eugene Chao Begins His Term as President 

This year, CBA Newfoundland & Labrador welcomes Eugene Chao as its new Branch President for the 2025–26 term. He succeeds Lynn Sullivan, who served with distinction over the past year. Eugene graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School with a JD in 2020. He currently works for the Department of Justice and Public Safety in Newfoundland and Labrador, where he specializes in a broad range of litigation.  

Introducing the 2025-26 Executive Committee 

The following members form CBA-NL's 2025-26 Executive committee. 

  • Eugene Chao - President 
  • Lynn Sullivan - Past President 
  • Megan Reynolds - Vice President 
  • Jessica Dellow - Treasurer 
  • Travis Payne - Secretary 
  • Morgan Chafe - Professional Development Chair 
  • Mikhaela Hearn - Labrador Regional Representative 
  • Patricia Kirby - Central Regional Representative 
  • John Noseworthy - Western Regional Representative 
  • Claire Dowden - Young Lawyers Chair 
  • TBA - Advocacy Chair 

As the new membership year begins, CBA-NL looks forward to continuing to provide opportunities for the legal profession to feel supported in advocacy, professional development, networking, and mental and physical wellness.