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  • EP 75 – The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Canadian Film and Television Industry

    Are you curious on how to leverage your law degree into a career in Canada’s film and television industry?  In this episode, Marco sits down with Allan Jolie-Coeur, the Vice President of Operations for the Shaw Rocket Fund.  Allan draws on over 20 years of combined experience in entertainment law and content production and distribution to demonstrate the importance of being nimble in a constantly changing industry.


    Guest: Allan Jolie-Coeur, VP Operations, Shaw Rocket Fund

    Learn more about Allan and the Shaw Rocket Fund here: http://www.rocketfund.ca/

    *This episode contains references to the film Good Will Hunting, which was produced and distributed by Miramax Films.

    51 min
  • EP 74 – The Person Behind the Resume with Linda J. Godel

    This interview features Linda J. Godel, a partner at Torkin Manes LLP. She practices not-for-profit and charity law and also chairs the firm's practice group. In this interview, we talk about overcoming the challenges of developing one's practice, the important skills and characteristics in succeeding in law, and more. If you're interested in practicing charity law or just want to learn more about it, tune into this episode!

    27 min
  • EP 73 – A Legal Clinic Experience with Victoria Wan

    In this episode we talk with Victoria Wan about her experience working at a legal clinic. Victoria is a 3rd year law student at the University of Ottawa.  She spent her second year and the subsequent summer working at a community legal clinic. Victoria is involved in many extra-curricular activities including being Co-Chairperson at the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers – University of Ottawa Chapter.

    27 min
  • EP 72 – The Future of the Law Practice Program

    Days ago, the Law Society of Upper Canada Professional Development and Competence Committee recommended ending the Law Practice Program following the completion of its current year. In this episode, André Bacchus, Assistant Director in the LPP Work Placement Office, speaks to this development. Plus, André describes with statistical support how the LPP has delivered success for its candidates and served the public by preparing skilled lawyers. If you have an opinion on the future of the LPP we urge you to share it with the LSUC.

    To email the LSUC before the October 19, 2016 deadline: [email protected]

     

    The Law Practice Program Report “Three Years of the LPP”: 

     

    Law Society of Upper Canada Professional Development and CompetenceCommittee “Report on Convocation September 22, 2016"

     

    Law Practice Program Candidate Experiences and Employer Perspectives VIDEO 

     

    LPP Experience VIDEO – Candidate Conversations 

     

    Other Law School Show Episodes featuring the Law Practice Program:

    Ep 8 – Andre Bacchus, Assistant Director LPP Work Placement Office,RyersonU 

     

    Ep 58 – The Law Practice Program – up close and personal. 

     

    Ep 35 – News and Reviews about the Law Practice Program with AndreBacchus. 

    51 min
  • EP 71 – 1L Reflections

    It’s still the beginning of the school year and we hope all

    of the 1Ls are adapting to law school well! Of course, there are still
    questions that are lurking. In this episode, David and Angela will be talking
    about effective ways to study, work-life balance, things we wish we knew in 1L
    and more. Tune in now!

    2:34 - What would I have done differently in 1L?

    4:25 - Legal writing challenge

    5:20 - How to read cases

    6:50 - Exam writing tips

    9:45 - Time management advice

    12:50 - What really helped in 1L

    16:28 - Taking notes by hand or by computer?

    19:40 - What are classes like in 1L?

    22:00 - Mooting in 1L

    26:55 - How to pick courses in 2L


    30 min
  • 10-Minute Series (Q#3): What Are Your Top 5 Tips for OCIs?

    In the 10-Minute Series, Rishi and Chris answer the 9 most common questions they've received since starting the Law School Show. One question per episode. Short and sweet and helpful. In this third installment the question is: What are your top 5 tips for success during the on campus interview process? Enjoy!

    9 min
  • EP 70 – 2L Reflections
    Incoming or future 2Ls, you’re  wondering what to expect for 2L right? Of course, you’ve likely heard of on-campus interviews (OCIs). You’re probably also wondering how to succeed in them or how to do better in 2L in general. This episode featuring David Lu, a 3L and one of the hosts of this show, will answer your questions and/or worries! Enjoy!

    Highlights of the episode:

    1:15 – 3L course selection tips: take interesting courses or take courses that will be tested on the bar exam

    2:46 – Tips for 2L

    7:23 – Do 1L summer experiences matter for OCIs?

    9:52 – OCI experience

    12:37 – Do grades matter for OCIs?

    14:19 – Government OCIS

    17:03 – OCI logistics

    20:50 – Firm tours and networking before OCIs

    24:40 – What if OCIs don’t work out for you?

    27:20 – Articling search experience

    29:30 – Call day

    35 min

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