Recipient Announcement: Russell Alexander Law Scholarship 2025

Russell Alexander Awards $2,500 Scholarship to Maria MacDonald

ONTARIO, Canada — September 2025 — Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers is proud to announce that Maria MacDonald has been selected as the winner of the firm’s law scholarship. Maria was surprised by our team during a special presentation where she was awarded $2,500 in recognition of her academic accomplishments, leadership, and dedication to her community.

Maria is currently enrolled at Queens University, where she has distinguished herself through her academic excellence and meaningful contributions to student and community initiatives. Her commitment to education and her future career goals made her a standout applicant among an impressive group of candidates.

“Maria’s application caught our attention the most due to her strong engagement with her local community in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as well as her impressive academic, humanitarian, and social accomplishments,” said Joseph B. Cugini, Associate Lawyer at Russell Alexander Collaborative Family Lawyers.

 

Russell Alexander Law Scholarship

The Russell Alexander Law Scholarship is awarded annually to a student who demonstrates academic achievement, leadership, and a commitment to making a difference. The program reflects the firm’s values of giving back to the community and supporting students in their pursuit of higher education.


The $2,500 annual scholarship supports Canadian students who are pursuing their educational goals and building a brighter future. Recipients selected based on merit, character, and their potential to contribute positively to their communities.