“Where there’s change, there are opportunities. Changes are violent right now,” stated serial entrepreneur and tech magnate Terry Matthews in an interview to the Globe and Mail circa 2015. Mr. Matthews was marvelling at the potential of cloud computing to reshape business, and his enthusiasm was justified. Cloud computing fundamentally altered business practices by allowing workers to access data and applications remotely to collaborate easily from anywhere in the world. Similarly, modern applications of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) are creating drastic change and profoundly altering the wa ..read more

In the blink of an eye, I am gearing up for my final semester of law school at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Law. The past two and a half years have been incredible, challenging and rewarding. As I reflect on my law school experience, there are a few things I wish I had done sooner: 1. Get familiar with rejection. Early in my first year of law school, I applied to be a Research Assistant, and I was devastated when I didn’t hear back. I applied for more opportunities and was continuously unsuccessful. Instead of trying to learn from these experiences, I took these rejections person ..read more

The first semester of law school, for the most part is an adjustment period. Between trying to figure out how to navigate law school and being away from friends and family, it can get quite overwhelming at times. As a 1L Dual JD student at Windsor Law, navigating my first semester was definitely challenging. Being in a dual program means double the workload. I had to learn how to manage my time and organize myself to make sure I was on top of my readings and assignments. Although I have not mastered being a law student, now that I’ve completed my first semester, here are a few takeaways I’d l ..read more

Photo Credit: Claudio Schwarz, Unsplash.comNumber One: A Strong, Rewarding Connection to Clients Everyone is affected, and so you meet everyone! Personal injury matters are amongst the most frequently litigated. This is unsurprising as they include automobile accidents, and in North America the automobile reigns supreme. What is less obvious here is that this means practising in this area exposes you to a good sample of the general population. Whether you’re a doctor, a teacher, a millwright, a nurse or a janitor, you likely drive a vehicle and are equally susceptible to injury resulting ..read more

3 Reasons Why I Chose UNB Law, and I Think You Should Too 1. Class size Having done my undergraduate at Carleton University, I'm no stranger to big class sizes. Small class sizes are one of the most significant factors that tipped the scales towards UNB for me. This also means I know how much harder it is to get recognized by your professors and be able to make connections with them. UNB only admits 90–95 1L students every year. You are then broken down into smaller sections of 45–47 individuals. This small class size allows you to connect with your professors and make an impres ..read more

About a month into law school, everyone is slowly beginning to get the hang of things and find the note-taking and study methods that work the best for them. The way people choose to take notes and organize their information throughout the term will differ, but if you’re looking for a general guide, here are some common methods and programs used by law students to format and prepare their notes. 1. Microsoft OneNote This option is up first because it’s the method I use and so far, it’s been working well. OneNote is a great tool because it allows you make separate notebooks, sections, and ..read more

There is a surprising amount of negativity when it comes to attending law school. If you have spoken to enough people about your decision to do so, then there is a fair chance you have come across a few naysayers. Some common criticisms regarding pursuing a legal career have merit — such as the cost — and practising law certainly isn’t for everyone. However, I decided to pen this article to discuss my experience and views, hopefully, to give some perspective to those sitting on the fence. Firstly, though law school and the legal profession are not for everyone — no profession is — there ..read more

Undoubtedly, the first year of law school can be challenging. Here are a few tips every 1L student can implement to reduce the anxiety of starting law school. Create a Schedule As cliche as it sounds, being organized in law school can help you be more efficient. Many people like using a planner to keep a list of deadlines and important dates, but I love using the calendar app on my phone to schedule my days in blocks. For example, I would plan my classes, study periods, and other activities or events in blocks. This strategy helped me have more free time than I would have if I did n ..read more

So, you got into law school! Now what? For a lot of incoming 1Ls, this new chapter includes moving to a brand-new city and figuring out the rollercoaster that is apartment hunting, moving and ultimately living in this new place. This process can be daunting and stressful, so here are a few tips that worked well for me and will hopefully ease the transition of moving into your new apartment for law school! 1. Start looking for places early. I began looking for my law school apartment about four months before school was supposed to start. I had a pretty solid idea of what I was lookin ..read more

Congratulations on finishing your first year of law school! Now you get to rest for a few short days before class registration for your second year opens up. The classes you select can impact your law school journey and expand your legal interests. Therefore, when selecting courses, you should always listen to your heart (or gut, whichever talks to you the most). Apart from the mandatory courses you must take in your school as part of your degree; the course selection could be a stressful, confusing, and challenging part of your upcoming 2L year. In this article, I will tell you about th ..read more