Justice endures when it is principled, accessible and relevant.
That note from Attorney Chivone Gerald at the recent ceremonial opening of the 2026 Law Year.
Addressing the court on behalf of the Montserrat Bar Association, Gerald highlighted the quiet but diligent work of the judiciary, court staff and legal practitioners, often carried out under challenging conditions.
She stressed that judicial independence protects the vulnerable and brings stability to Montserrat’s democracy and noted that public trust depends on fairness, transparency and the integrity of the Bar.
Looking ahead, she welcomed ongoing efforts to modernize the justice system and recent legislative updates to the Magistrate’s Court Act and child maintenance laws.
The Opening of the Law Year was held under the theme, “The ECSC: Justice that Endures; Anchored Independence, Strengthened through Trust.”