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Host Miho Kitamura talks candidly with an Ottawa-based immigration lawyer, Andrew Mortenson, about his personal journey into becoming an immigration lawyer, what it's like to practice immigration law, and the effects of the pandemic on his work. Andrew also offers some valuable tips and advice on how to get started if you are interested in pursuing a career in immigration law!
Read MoreJanice Payne, name partner at Nelligan O'Brien Payne and one of the most respected members of the Ottawa bar, joins Ryan and Amos to discuss her long career in legal practice, from being one of the trailblazing early female law students at the University of Ottawa, to her role in major cases like Nortel and the Residential Schools Settlement Agreement, to how law has changed and what advice she would give young lawyers today.
Read MoreNinetta Caparelli, a criminal defence lawyer at Greenspon Granger Hill, has defended clients on a variety of charges — ranging from impaired driving to various forms of assault — and has assisted in defending an array of complex criminal matters, including large scale drug projects (possession, trafficking, production), gun trafficking, and murder. In this episode, Ninetta introduce us to the world of criminal law, as well as the rewards and challenges of working as a criminal defence lawyer.
Read MoreMark Asfar joins us to discuss his journey from being a History student at Queen’s University to being a young lawyer at Momentum Business Law in Ottawa. Along the way, he reflects on the importance of following your interests, from choosing an undergraduate program that he enjoyed, to finding meaning (and balance) in extracurriculars, to joining a relatively new firm whose work perfectly matches his passions. We also discuss strategies for getting involved in law school and finding a job that will allow you to learn and grow.
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