OBA Young Lawyers Division – Central and East PROGRAM | Original Program Date: May 4, 2022

Finding your first legal job can be daunting even for those who have substantial experience in the workforce. What are the specific considerations for those entering the legal profession with a previous career and substantial work experience under their belts?

We invite you to join our distinguished faculty of second career lawyers who will provide valuable information on the following:

• Highlighting the advantages of a prior career before law;
• Effective resume and interview tips for second career lawyers
• Best practices and key supports for balancing personal and professional responsibilities for second career lawyers
• Strategies for developing and maintaining mentoring relationships

Gain insights from those who have successfully transitioned into a legal career from a variety of backgrounds on how to leverage your previous skills and experience and get a head start as you launch your second career as a lawyer.

PROGRAM CHAIRS

Nancy Sarmento Barkhordari, Gosai Law
Keagan Davis-Burns, Cunningham Swan Carty Little & Bonham LLP

PROGRAM SPEAKERS

Marni Miller, Intact
Jordan Routliff, Rousseau Mazzuca LLP
Siobhain Wetscher, Ministry of the Attorney General (Ottawa)
Jennifer Yee, LEAP