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Lincoln Alexander School of Law Christian Legal Fellowship

LASL CLF

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We are a non-denominational Christian association that exists to support and encourage the Lincoln Alexander Law School community through fellowship, discussions, social gatherings, and community service. Everyone is welcome as we explore, faith, life, and the law together. We are a student chapter of Christian Legal Fellowship, a national association of over 700 lawyers, law students, and jurists, with student chapters in 17 law schools across Canada.

Coco Wang

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Black Law Students' Association Lincoln

BLSA Lincoln

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Founded in 2020, the Black Law Students' Association (BLSA) at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law is committed to improving access to legal education and professional opportunities in the Black community. We aim to connect, inform and support Black students at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law through the powers of community, inclusivity, and opportunity.

Our goal is to create a strong and resilient community for current and prospective Black students at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law and those who have demonstrated a vested interest in advancing the goals of the Black community. We intend to do our part through leadership and mentorship to ensure we promulgate access to justice that is equitable and inclusive. Empathy, respect, integrity, and excellence are at the forefront of our vision.

We believe that our guiding principles embody and solidify the Lincoln Alexander School of Law's commitments to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We believe our work will lead to an increase in meaningful representation of Black-identifying people in law schools and law firms, both domestically and internationally. We plan to foster a community that prioritizes and accurately reflects Black experiences within our legal system. We extend our efforts to the wider Black community and hope to move forward in a progressive and innovative manner to uplift and continue to empower our community.

Caitlyn Alegbe

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Alexis Riley VP Communications alexis.riley@torontomu.ca
Rachèl Dunn EDI Officer rachel.dunn@torontomu.ca
Joycelyn Martey Secretary jmartey@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander South Asian Law Students’ Association

SALSA

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To be a stronghold for South Asian representation at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law at Ryerson University (Lincoln Law), and to create a safe space for South Asian law students to network and grow.

Isha Patel

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Devraj Adajania Co-President Dadajania@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander Property Law Society

Property Law Society

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Encompassing all areas of property law -- both intellectual property and real property!

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The Property Law Society offers a safe and collaborative space for students to develop interests related to all aspects of property law; including but not limited to wills & estates, real property, trademarks, copyright law, patents, social media law, entertainment law, etc! We provide opportunities for professional development, as well as personal development -- so you can carve your own path to property law whilst in Law School, and tailor your experience in our club to the specific kinds of opportunities you're looking for. We've got it all, mentorship, networking, legal writing projects, awesome events, and so much more.

Shany Raitsin

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Lincoln Alexander International Law Society

LAILS

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LAILS' purpose is to facilitate a community for students at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law who could be interested in pursuing a career in international law or have an interest in topics within the field. The LAILS will be founded on 3 main pillars: to advocate, to inform, and to discuss. Advocate by raising awareness for human rights abuses occurring across the globe via social media and in-person on campus; Inform our members about issues, career options, and potential connections within the field. This will be done through our panels, events, and our social media. Discuss contemporary international law issues amongst the membership as well as with profound guest speakers and panelists.

Avani Joshi

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Labour & Employment Society

LELS

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LELS brings together LASL students with an interest in labour and employment law. We organize events such as firm tours, professional panels, moots and networking events to connect students with leading practitioners. 

We seek to broaden students’ understanding of the labour and employment law landscape and fuel their passion for social justice, litigation and advocacy.

Our social media channels will keep you up to date on current issues, controversial decisions, reforms and innovations within L&E law and post opportunities for students interested in pursuing employment or volunteer positions in this area of law.

Shirin Mollayeva

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Muskan Balagan Co-President muskan.balagan@torontomu.ca
Aisha Abawajy VP aisha.abawajy@torontomu.ca
Andrew White VP Finance andrew1.white@torontomu.ca
Jenna Riina VP Marketing & Communications jriina@torontomu.ca
Braelyn Guppy VP Events braelyn.guppy@torontomu.ca
Nefisa Ansong VP External Affairs nefisa.ansong@torontomu.ca
Meagan MacArthur Research Manager meagan.macarthur@torontomu.ca
Ralisa Saywack EDAI Manager ralisa.saywack@torontomu.ca
Stephanie Naraman Social Media Manager snaraman@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander International Law Society

LAILS

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Our purpose is to facilitate a community for students at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law who could be interested in pursuing a career in international law or have an interest in topics within the field. The LAILS will be founded on 3 main pillars: to advocate, to inform, and to discuss.

Avani Joshi

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Criminal Law Student Society

CLSS

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The Criminal Law Student Society welcomes all students interested in learning more about criminal law and practice. We focus on providing course support to 1L students in JUR 106, hosting engaging events to network with criminal practitioners and campus events for student engagement. This year, we also offer alumni relations support for those looking to connect with articling students working in public or private criminal practice.

Navrose Dhillon

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Kayla Terceira Alumni Relations kterceira@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander Advocacy Society

LAAS

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The Lincoln Alexander Advocacy Society (LAAS) is a student-led organization focused on supplementing LASL’s advocacy program by sharing information and supporting opportunities related to mooting and lawyering skills. We believe that anyone and everyone at LASL should be able to learn about mooting, negotiating, and other lawyering skills in both competitive and non-competitive settings. LAAS works with SEE, LALSS and other LASL clubs and associations to provide access and support to a variety of advocacy-related opportunities and resources for all LASL students.

Esther Chung

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Jenn Gaines Co-Chair jgaines@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander International Law Society

LAILS

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Avani Joshi

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Lincoln Alexander Law Students' Society

LALSS

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Kien Azinwi

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Lincoln Alexander Francophone Students Association

LAFSA

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The Lincoln Alexander Francophone Students Association is a community for french-speaking and aspiring french-speaking students, who have a desire to maintain their French for use in their legal careers, and advocate for linguistic rights in a bilingual and bijural system.

L’association des étudiants francophones à la faculté de droit Lincoln Alexander est un communauté pour les francophones et francophiles à la faculté, qui ont un désir de maintenir leur connaissance du français pour son utilisation dans leurs carrières juridiques et pour représenter les droits linguistiques.

Isabela Bibulovic

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Mandy Yee Co-President mandy.yee@torontomu.ca

Health Law Society

HLS

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The Health Law Society (HLS) at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law (LASL) is dedicated to exploring both Canadian and global issues at the intersection of health and law. Topics include health policy, health care law, bioethics, human rights, international solidarity, and global health law, among others. The HLS serves as the principal venue for sharing ideas, building connections, and practicing advocacy skills on issues of health law.

Sally Abudiab

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Lincoln Alexander Animal Justice Club

Animal Justice Lincoln

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​​​​Animal Justice uses the law to protect animals. The organization works to strengthen legal protections for animals across Canada, and go to court to enforce laws governing the treatment of animals and the rights of animal advocates. Animal Justice also works to educate the public regarding the treatment of animals used for human food, entertainment, fashion, and scientific research. ​The Lincoln Alexander Animal Justice Club strives to promote Animal Justice's values and provide a platform for students who are interested in legal advocacy for animals in Canada.

Rhea Badhwar

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Caribbean Law Students' Association

CLSA

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The Caribbean Law Students' Association (CLSA) encourages academic and professional excellence by fostering connections within the Caribbean diaspora. Caribbean countries encompass a multi-lingual and ethnically diverse community with distinct identities. The CLSA is firmly committed to identifying and correcting the systemic barriers faced by law students and legal professionals within Canada by providing a safe and inclusive space for networking and growth.

Sydanie Brooks

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Canadian Hispanic Bar Association, Lincoln Alexander Chapter

CHBA, Lincoln Alexander

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CHBA - Lincoln is dedicated to promoting growth, community-building, and professional and academic development for the Latin American (Latinx) community while upholding the Lincoln Alexander School of Law pillars of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Access to Justice, and a Strong Academic Foundation. In service of these goals, we intend to foster awareness of the underrepresentation of the Latinx community in the legal profession and provide opportunities to meet Latinx practitioners, activists, members of public service, academics, and others. CHBA - Lincoln strives to cultivate a culture of inclusion to help build a community of scholars, practitioners, and agents of change.

Karla Ledesma

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First Generation Network

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Special Clubs and Affiliates

The First Generation Network is a student-led organization dedicated to mitigating the professional, social, and financial obstacles faced by law students who are the first in their families to attend post-secondary education. Our mission is to cultivate a supportive community by connecting these students with a broader network of peers and legal professionals who have similar backgrounds, thereby enhancing their opportunities for success in the legal profession.

Danish Khan

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Lincoln Alexander Advocacy Society

LAAS

Special Clubs and Affiliates

The Lincoln Alexander Advocacy Society (LAAS) is a student-led organization focused on supplementing LASL’s advocacy program by sharing information and supporting opportunities related to mooting and lawyering skills. We believe that anyone and everyone at LASL should be able to learn about mooting, negotiating, and other lawyering skills in both competitive and non-competitive settings. LAAS works with SEE, LALSS and other LASL clubs and associations to provide access and support to a variety of advocacy-related opportunities and resources for all LASL students.

Esther Chung

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Jenn Gaines Co-Chair jgaines@torontomu.ca

Sikh Law Students' Association

SLSA

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The Sikh Law Students’ Association (“SLSA”) is a community-based organization with the goals of bringing together Sikh-identifying legal professionals to promote professional development and action change within our communities. Founded on the Sikh principles of Kirat Karna (honest living), Vand Chakna (sharing with others) and Naam Japna (focus on God), the SLSA serves as place for Sikh and non-Sikh students to connect to learn about law, gain insights into the legal profession, and network with leading lawyers in the field. The SLSA also provides a place for Sikh students to obtain community support, mentorship & guidance, and a place for non-Sikh students to learn more about and meaningfully engage with the Sikh community. As an organization, we are committed to improving access to justice through legal education for vulnerable populations and engaging in meaningful professional opportunities within the Sikh diaspora in Canada.

Aman Matharu

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General Inquiries SLSA Email sikhlsa.lasl@gmail.com

Lincoln Alexander Business Law Society

LABLS

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The Lincoln Alexander Business Law Society (LABLS) provides resources and opportunities for students to learn more about the world of business law. We aim to expose students to this diverse field by creating unique events where students can meet practicing lawyers, ask questions, receive valuable advice, and gain the tools and skills needed to build the careers they desire.

Yu Mao

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Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers - Lincoln Alexander Chapter

CARL LA

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CARL LA is the Lincoln Alexander student chapter of CARL National. CARL serves as an informed national voice on refugee law, the human rights of refugees and forced migrants, and promotes consistent practices in the treatment of refugees in Canada. CARL has a mandate to research, litigate and advocate on refugee rights, forced migrants and related issues. CARL LA participates in this work through independently organized events and initiatives, and by supporting CARL National projects.

Maha Khawaja

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Elena Tkacheva Co-President etkacheva@torontomu.ca

Health and Wellness Law Students Society

HWLSS

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The Health and Wellness Law Students Society is to promote the health and wellness of Lincoln Alexander law students by unwinding and releasing stress from the academic side of law school. We hope to improve the mental health of law students by bringing them together and hosting de-stressing events.

Roajah Geran

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Alysha Amlani Co-President alysha.amlani@torontomu.ca
Naheed Nero Vice-President naheed.nero@torontomu.ca

Asia Pacific Law Students' Association

APLSA

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APLSA unifies and fosters a sense of community amongst LASL’s pan-Asian students and the Asian Canadian legal community at large. To do so, we host various events throughout the year. We also represent the diverse identities of our members by enhancing their presence, visibility, and influence, both within and beyond the LASL Community.

Helen Zhang

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Womxn's Legal Education Association

WLEA

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The purpose of the Womxn's Legal Education Association ("WLEA") is to build a community of women-identifying law students with an objective to analyze the various ways in which the law impacts women in society along with the unique challenge’s women encounter in the legal profession. Through professional networking opportunities, peer mentorship, advocacy campaigns, community initiatives, and events attended by notable guest speakers, WLEA will use education as a tool to address important topics, to inspire female leadership, and to effectuate change in the legal community.

(For more information and to remain up to date on events, please visit our Instagram page @wlea_lincolnlaw, and sign up to join our mailing list, which you can find in the Linktree in our Insta bio!) 

Stephanie Ghazarian

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Stephanie Ghazarian President stephanie.ghazarian@torontomu.ca
Avery Warren Vice President of Finance avery.warren@torontomu.ca
Navjot Mann Vice President of Events navjot.mann@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander Women of Colour in Law Association

LAWOC

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At the Women of Colour in Law Association (LAWOC) at Lincoln Alexander, our mission is to unite and empower women of colour within the law community. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment through community building, mentorship, and creating opportunities for personal and professional growth. By advocating for our members, we aim to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders in the legal field. We strive to challenge and subvert racial and gender biases in the legal profession, paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable future.

Shizza Malik

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Paola Gabriele Co-President paola.gabriele@torontomu.ca

Muslim Law Students' Association

MLSA

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The Lincoln Alexander Muslim Law Students' Association's objective is to be a source of encouragement, empowerment and community for Muslim law students to become well-integrated and participating members of society and the legal community without undermining their religious identities. We strive to promote a sense of community among Muslim students and between Muslim and non-Muslim students at Lincoln Alexander Law. As Muslim law students, we aim to promote social justice and access to justice for Muslim and other equity-seeking communities.

Ayena Zahid

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Maha Khawaja Co-President
Ayena Zahid Co-President

Italian Law Students' Society

ILSS

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The Italian Law Students’ Society was created to fill a gap in the current student group offerings, as there is currently no student organization dedicated specifically to Italian culture.

Our goal is to foster a deeper understanding of Italian culture including language, cuisine, arts, and traditions. This can be achieved through cultural events, language classes, and cultural exchanges.

Paola Gabriele

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Felisia Miliana Director of Communications felisia.miliana@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander Sports & Entertainment Law Society

LASELS

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At LASELS, we're a diverse and dynamic team focused on advancing sports and entertainment law. Our mission is to connect passionate students with industry leaders and the vibrant local community, providing unique opportunities for networking, mentorship, and professional growth.

Whether you're aiming to build connections, learn from professionals, or share your passion, LASELS is your gateway to the exciting world of sports and entertainment law.

What we offer:

  • Location in the heart of Downtown Toronto, just steps away from major industry players;
  • Unparalleled access to firsthand insights and networking opportunities;
  • Student community and fun social events.

Join us at LASELS and take the next step toward a thriving career in sports and entertainment law, where your passion meets opportunity.

Yara Hegazy

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Middle Eastern and North African Law Students' Association

MENALSA

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The Middle Eastern and North African Law Students’ Association at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law is an affinity group created to foster an uplifting and inclusive community for Middle Eastern and North African students by promoting leadership, support, and representation within the law school and the legal community.

Our mission includes:

  • Bringing students and faculty together to promote community and solidarity relations, advocacy, and academic excellence;
  • Advancing professional and academic opportunities for MENA students in and outside the law school;
  • Promoting community building, networking opportunities, and professional development by hosting informative and valuable events.

Ghalia Najjar

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Yara Hegazy Co-President menalsa.lincoln@gmail.com

Lincoln Alexander Korean Law Students’ Association

KLSA Lincoln

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The Korean Law Students’ Association (KLSA) is a student-led organization dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive space while promoting equity and diversity for Korean-identifying law students. Recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities within the Korean legal community, we intend to create a supportive network that nurtures personal growth, academic success, and professional development by raising awareness on pertinent issues.

Irene Lee

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Family Law Students' Society

FLSS

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The FLSS looks forward to bringing students together who are interested in the law of the family or child.

Adriana Totera

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Innocence Lincoln

Innocence Lincoln

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Innocence Lincoln is a student club run by and for law students who are interested in the issue of wrongful convictions in Canada. Its mission is to educate and raise awareness of wrongful convictions and the work of Innocence Canada, a non-profit organization devoted to exonerating individuals who have been wrongfully convicted of crimes. The aim is to provide Lincoln Alexander School of Law students with an opportunity to directly advocate for the issue of wrongful convictions in Canada and raise donations to further support the work of Innocence Canada.

Innocence Lincoln

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Sahibjot Bajwa sahibjot.bajwa@torontomu.ca
Bianka Dunleavy bianka.dunleavy@torontomu.ca

OUTLaw

OUTLaw

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OUTLaw is a student organization of two-spirited, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex,
asexual, et al (2SLGBTQIA+) individuals and allies at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law. OutLaw is
dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for all 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and providing social,
educational, professional, and philanthropic opportunities for the Lincoln Alexander School of Law’s
2SLGBTQIA+ community. Moreover, OUTLaw is dedicated to serving as a resource for 2SLGBTQIA+
students within the university. OULaw strives to foster a dialogue with the larger campus community
about the legal status of 2SLGBTQIA+ persons in society, the ways in which the law interacts with the
lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and being 2SLGBTQIA+ in the legal profession.

Stuart Cameron

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Access to Justice Interest Group at Lincoln Alexander Law

A2J Lincoln Alexander

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A2J Lincoln Alexander exists to bring together students with an interest and passion for access to justice issues, to organize regular social events, to provide a forum for discussion for access to justice related issues, and connect students with practical experience in the field of legal aid to foster professional relationships and build skills.

Jashandeep Swaich

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Jashandeep Swaich President jswaich@torontomu.ca

Jewish Law Student Association

JLSA

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The Jewish Law Student Association (“JLSA”) is a student group promoting Jewish culture at Lincoln Alexander. In addition to running Jewish oriented social events, the JLSA is focused on making the Lincoln Alexander School of Law (“LASL”) a safe and inclusive place for members of the Jewish community. Everyone at the LASL should be able to be themselves and represent their culture, religion, heritage and background in a manner which is courteous and accepting of others — being Jewish is no different.

Dave Greenstein

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Criminal Law Students' Society

CLSS

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The Criminal Law Students’ Society (CLSS) is a student-led organization dedicated to fostering a community for students interested in criminal law and practice. CLSS’ mission is to provide educational opportunities, networking events, and resources that support students’ academic and professional development in the field. By hosting panel discussions, workshops, and social events, CLSS aims to deepen students’ understanding of criminal law and promote a commitment to justice and ethical practice in future legal careers.

Ruby Mann & Navrose Dhillon

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Ruby Mann

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Ruby Mann Co-President ruby.mann@torontomu.ca
Navrose Dhillon Co-President navrose.dhillon@torontomu.ca

Pakistani Law Students Association

PLSA

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The Lincoln Alexander Law School Pakistani Law Students Association [LASL PLSA] is committed to uniting and empowering Pakistani students pursuing legal education, and seeks to strengthen the presence and voices of Pakistani law students at Lincoln Alexander, fostering a sense of community, advocacy, and cultural awareness within the legal field.

Sumayya Faisal

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Lincoln Alexander International Law Society

LAILS

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The purpose of the Licoln ALexander International Law Society (LAILS) is to facilitate a community for students at the Lincoln Alexander School of Law who could be interested in pursuing a career in international law or have an interest in topics within the field. The LAILS was founded on 3 main pillars: to advocate, to inform, and to discuss

Timur Saiful

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Timur Saiful President timur.saiful@torontomu.ca

Lincoln Alexander Law Union

LALU

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The Lincoln Alexander Law Union is a group of law students committed to reimagining the legal field by breaking down barriers and social constructs. We as law students have the opportunity and responsibility to counter the hierarchies of power and privilege. 

Mariam Saleh

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Julia MArr Co-President

Italian Law Students' Society

ILSS

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Paola Gabriele

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