| She has appeared as counsel in more than 257 published opinions and she has also appeared on behalf of amici curiae in WALBOLT many appeals. |
| Walter Dellinger and Paul Smith performed very well for plaintiffs' amici, as can be expected for lawyers of their caliber. |
| The name amicus curiae is generally acknowledged as something of a misnomer, in that very few amici intend primarily to help the court. |
| The statement was accompanied by a petition from these two nongovernmental organizations in which they requested permission to participate in the advisory proceedings as amici curiae. |
| The insurers and their amici argue that the rule of construction which directs the court to construe ambiguities in favour of the insured should not apply in the instant case. |
| I wish to thank Ron Atkey and Gordon Cameron, amici curiae, who performed their roles with skill and balance. |
