OBA Student Section PROGRAM | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET)

Making transition from law student to articling student/LPP candidate can be a challenging and yet exhilarating process. During this period, you will begin to develop your professional skills and competencies while completing your pathway to licensing. Join our interactive panel to gain valuable insight on key issues, including:

• Strategies that have helped law students transition to becoming students-at-law
• Best practices and key supports for balancing personal and professional responsibilities as a licensing candidate
• Tips for studying for licensing exams while working full-time
• Resources for financial planning & debt management
• How to find mentors within the profession and how to foster these relationships

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain important insight from these inspiring young jurists and hear key strategies to help you embark on your professional journey!

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Avechi Chimara, Corporate & Securities Associate Lawyer, Ormston List Frawley LLP
Yadesha Satheaswaran, Court of Appeal for Ontario

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

Christopher Dias, Associate, Lerners LLP
Mariam Gagi, Counsel, Crown Law Office - Civil, Ministry of the Attorney General
Maria Lucas, HBA, JD
Celeste M. Young, former student-at-law, Luke's Place Support and Resource Centre for Women and Children