Presented by CBA Legal Futures

The International Lawyer: Alternative Practice Options for Canadian and International Lawyers

With the advent of globalization, many Canadian lawyers are opting to practice abroad, while some international lawyers choose to immigrate to Canada and join the legal profession here. What are the benefits and challenges of selecting these alternative practices, and what are the different paths available?

This Fireside Futures program includes diverse speakers sharing their journey to becoming an international lawyer.

Speakers

Joseph Chedrawe, Partner, International Dispute Resolution, Covington & Burling LLP, Dubai, UAE

Ewa Gosal, Lawyer and Law Officer, International Affairs Directorate of the Competition Bureau, Canada and Chair, CBA International Law Section

Teisha Mattison, Lawyer and Law Officer, International Affairs Directorate of the Competition Bureau, Canada

Moderator
Christiane Saad, Executive Director, Law Practice Program, University of Ottawa | Chair, CBA Futures Sub Committee