Gabriel Lins is a lawyer at CSC Netherlands, where he provides legal support on corporate governance matters to global private-equity firms. He holds an LL.M degree in Commercial and Company Law from Erasmus University Rotterdam (NL), graduating with cum laude, and a bachelor's degree from Federal University of Pernambuco (BRA).
Gabriel is admitted to the Brazilian Bar Association and has also worked in the country advising clients in venture capital and M&A transactions, corporate restructurings, and commercial contracts.

Today we’ll be speaking with Gina Alexandris, Career Coach & Consultant for Legal Professionals. Gina’s own beliefs and values have been shaped by both her professional and academic experiences, and her experiences as the daughter of Greek immigrants to Canada, being a wife, mother, sister and aunt.

Before becoming a full-time Coach and Consultant for the Legal Profession, Gina held these formal roles: Senior Director, Law Practice Program at TMU (formerly Ryerson University); and Special Advisor to the Lincoln Alexander School of Law; Director of the Strategic Planning Unit with the Legal Services Division at the Ministry of the Attorney General; Director of the Internationally Trained Lawyers Program at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law; and Assistant Dean and Director of Career Services at Osgoode Hall Law School. Before that, she practised civil litigation and family law.

Lifelong learning is a core value and passion for Gina, who holds degrees from Osgoode Hall Law School, UofT/OISE (in Adult Education), a Certificate of Completion for the Art and Practice of Leadership Development Program at the Harvard Kennedy School and earned her Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credential from the International Coaching Federation. 

https://ginaalexandris.com/

Alex Munoz leads Sherrard Kuzz LLP’s Education Law/Educational Institutions practice. He is

one of Canada’s leading lawyers in education law, with more than 20 years’ experience

representing all levels of school boards and departments. Alex’s extensive practice focusses on

employment law, human rights, criminal law, regulatory and administrative matters, as well as

civil litigation in the education law context. He has appeared as counsel in courts and

administrative tribunals across Ontario, including the Divisional Court and the Court of Appeal.

Alex is the long-standing editor of the Annotated Ontario Education Act (Thomson Reuters).

Prior to joining Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Alex was the Associate General Counsel to the Toronto

District School Board (“TDSB”), the largest public school board in Canada, and one of the

largest in North America. Before joining TDSB, Alex was a partner in a boutique litigation firm.

A former Board Member and President of the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association (“CHBA”),

Alex remains a CHBA mentor. He is a current Board Member of the Canadian Colombian

Children’s Organization, as well as a youth soccer and baseball coach.

Jay Baykara is the CEO of KSI Law, a firm that operates in the creditor space. He focuses on aligning legal services with the goals of creditors by understanding their needs and delivering outcomes that reflect those priorities. He also explores the use of technologies like machine learning to support legal strategy and improve decision-making.

He has trial and appellate experience and has appeared before various tribunals and all levels of court, including the Supreme Court of Canada. In 2024, Lexpert named him one of the 'Lawyers to Watch.' Jay holds a B.A. from York University, an LL.B. from the University of Manchester, completed a J.D. exchange at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and earned an LL.M. from the University of Toronto.

Laura Frederick is a contracts lawyer turned entrepreneur who has spent 25+ years practicing law across the globe—from San Francisco to Singapore—at top firms like Morrison & Foerster and leading commercial deals at Tesla.

In 2020, she started a 30-day LinkedIn challenge sharing contract tips—and it changed everything. Her posts, paired with her signature contract-themed cartoons, gained massive attention, leading her to write the bestselling book "Practical Tips on How to Contract" (now in its second edition).

She then launched How to Contract, a training platform that helps lawyers and in-house teams master real-world drafting and negotiation. She also created ContractsCon, a one-of-a-kind contract training event where speakers dress as characters like Sherlock Holmes and Mary Poppins!

In this episode, Laura shares her unexpected career journey, how she overcame setbacks, why LinkedIn transformed her career, and what she’s learned about law, business, and life along the way.

Jeffery Lamont is the President of Lamont Wealth Strategies.

In 1998, Jeffery Lamont followed in his father Ray’s footsteps and began his career in the financial services industry. Over the past 26+ years, he has helped entrepreneurs, lawyers, and other professionals build, preserve, and transition their wealth strategically. A consistent Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) qualifier—with multiple achievements at the prestigious Court of the Table level—Jeffery has established himself as a trusted expert in financial planning, tax strategies, and wealth management. In 2015, he founded Lamont Wealth Strategies, recognizing the unique financial challenges that lawyers face. His firm specializes in helping lawyers take control of their financial future, leveraging tailored strategies and a team of tax, accounting, and financial professionals to ensure that lawyers—who work so hard for their money—get their money working harder for them.

Expanding on his mission to educate and empower legal professionals, Jeffery co-founded The Wealthy Lawyer Podcast, a bi-weekly show dedicated to business development, practice management, and long-term financial success for lawyers. Through this platform, he shares insights and strategies to help lawyers achieve financial independence sooner and build lasting legacies. Jeffery lives in Oakville with his wife, Colleen, their two sons, Jack and Harry, and their daughter, Bridget. When he’s not working with clients or growing his business, he enjoys traveling, golfing, and coaching baseball.

Bill Denstedt is a partner at Loopstra Nixon LLP, where he specializes in all aspects of real estate transactions. With a client-focused approach and a commitment to leveraging new technologies, Bill ensures seamless and efficient service in every transaction.

Before joining Loopstra Nixon, Bill was a Founding Partner of Realty Law, a firm dedicated to providing real estate services across Ontario. His extensive background in real estate law is complemented by his earlier experience in civil litigation, where he appeared before the Ontario Superior Court and at Examinations for Discovery. This litigation experience provides him with valuable insights when navigating complex real estate matters.

Bill began his legal education at the University of Melbourne in Australia before returning to Ontario to complete his Juris Doctor at the University of Windsor. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University. In addition to his legal practice, Bill serves as the Real Estate Chair on the Toronto Law Journal Editorial Board, published by the Toronto Lawyers Association (TLA).

Outside of work, Bill enjoys both traditional and digital competition—balancing his passion for hockey with his love for high-level competitive gaming. He is also an avid traveler, with recent trips to England and Scotland.

Irina is a dedicated legal career coach specializing in helping aspiring and practicing lawyers build successful, fulfilling careers in Canada. With experience as an internationally trained paralegal, an Ontario-licensed lawyer, and a legal recruiter, she understands the unique challenges legal professionals face in the job market.

Motivated by a passion for guiding lawyers toward career success, Irina founded Mui Coaching, where she provides comprehensive and personalized support. She helps legal professionals land roles that align with their goals, gain clarity in their career paths, and maximize their earning potential.

You can connect with Irina here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinamui/

Book a Free Consultation: https://app.practice.do/me/irina-mui/book/discovery-call-with-irina

Join Legal Job Canada LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14320058/

Website: https://www.muicoaching.com/

Email: [email protected]

Gregg Schoenberg has built a diverse career over the past 30+ years, holding multiple professional roles, including legislative aide, government affairs representative, investment banker, crisis consultant, media start-up founder, content creator, angel and crypto investor, and corporate strategy advisor.

His experience across industries has provided him with valuable knowledge and insights that he applies to his coaching and mentorship practice. It has also enabled him to cultivate meaningful relationships with individuals around the world who have generously shared their wisdom with him.

In addition to working with his clients, he advises a global macro hedge fund, serves on the board of directors of a music technology company, and collaborates with a local non-profit to provide need-based college scholarships for young adults in his community.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master of Business Administration from Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management.

Links:

What I Learned From Coaching Jay Gatsby and Nick Carraway

Sun Tzu's Guide to Career Reinvention

Syeda Nazifa Nawroj, Esq. is a Silicon Valley corporate lawyer specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A). With experience at top firms like DLA Piper and Fenwick & West, she has helped founders, investors, and private businesses navigate every stage of growth—from startup to successful exit.

Now leading Empowering Legal Solutions PC, Syeda focuses on guiding small to mid-sized businesses through M&A and providing strategic corporate advice. Throughout her career, she has worked on over 35 M&A deals, totaling close to $3 billion.

She is also the author of Sell Your Start-Up: A Founder’s Guide to Navigate and Win at M&A. She earned her J.D. from NYU School of Law, where she served on the NYU Law Review, and her B.A. from Mount Holyoke College.