John Keith McBroom Laird

John Keith McBroom Laird (12 January 1907 – 12 November 1985) was a Canadian author, barrister, and solicitor. He was a member of the Canadian Liberal Party, a well-known tax lawyer in Windsor, and a law partner of Paul Martin, Sr., who was the father of Prime Minister Paul Martin.

The Hon.

John Keith McBroom Laird
Senator for Windsor, Ontario
In office
1967–1982
Appointed byLester B. Pearson
Personal details
Born(1907-01-12)January 12, 1907
Blenheim, Ontario
DiedNovember 12, 1985(1985-11-12) (aged 78)
Political partyLiberal
CommitteesChair, Standing Committee on Internal Economy, Budgets and Administration (1974-1979)

He served as Senator for Windsor, Ontario in the Federal Parliament from 6 April 1967 until 12 January 1982.

Personal life

Laird was born in Blenheim, Ontario, Canada.

Political relatives

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