NCA Network: Legally Abroad

In this compelling episode, hosts Kim Gale and Sam Allan speak with Lili Moreno, a former criminal and human-rights lawyer from Mexico whose legal journey spans systemic injustice, cartel violence, and starting all over in Canada. Lili shares how she entered law inspired by her father, worked through Mexico’s 2010 human-rights reforms, and represented individuals facing illegal detention, torture,...

This week, hosts Samantha Allan and Kim Gale sit down with Norman Bacal, once one of Canada’s top film finance lawyers, a Hollywood board member, and founding partner of a prestigious firm that represented Warner Brothers, MGM, Sony, and Lionsgate. When his 25-year firm collapsed in 2014, Norman “rewired” his life: retiring from law, writing the bestselling memoir Breakdown , authoring multiple gu...

From NCA to the Courtroom: Estate Litigation in Practice – this week on the NCA Network: Legally Abroad podcast, hosts Kim Gale and Samantha Allan are joined by special guests, Palak Mahajan and Kiran Sanghera of Gale Law Professional Corporation, for an in-depth conversation on the world of estate litigation! What does estate litigation actually involve? Why is it such a niche and important area...

In this episode, we sit down with Sanjay Kutty to unpack the highs, lows, and bold ideas behind Spark Law — a small firm he co-founded with the vision of redefining the traditional legal model. From offering tiered, flat-rate legal services for startups to creating a collaborative co-working space for young lawyers, Spark Law set out to be a different kind of law firm — one built on innovation, co...

In this episode of Legally Abroad , hosts Samantha Allan and Kim Gale sit down with Kathryn McKaye Pretty, an Insurance Advisor from Lawyers Financial, to explore the financial challenges faced by the legal community in Canada, particularly NCA students and internationally trained lawyers. Kathryn shares invaluable insights on managing student debt, the importance of financial literacy, and how ta...

Get ready to be inspired! In this episode of NCA Network’s Legal Abroad , hosts Samantha Allan and Kim Gale sit down with Ishita Kashyap, a securities and capital markets lawyer, and Mrunal Masurekar, a corporate and regulatory lawyer in Toronto—co-founders of JOY (Just One Yes)! They share their journeys, detailing the twists and turns of building careers in Toronto's competitive Bay Street...

Kim and Samantha are back in an all new episode to discuss  the intricacies of immigrating to Canada as an internationally trained lawyer (ITL). In this crucial episode, we bring along some extra special guests, Joel S. Guberman and Lainie Appleby, esteemed immigration lawyers at Guberman Appleby Immigration Lawyers! Our expert guests share their deep knowledge and practical tips on navigating the...

Dive into the world of law across provinces with our latest podcast with our hosts Kim Gale and Samantha Allan!  In this latest episode, we're joined by esteemed guests Brad Wilton, Coordinator and Membership with the Law Society of Alberta, and Len Polsky, Manager of Legal Technology and Mentorship with the Law Society of Alberta. Together, we explore the unique licensing processes in Albert...

Join us in a conversation with Ayaz Medhi, exploring the intricacies of managing a diverse range of clients and practices. From navigating the complexities of practice management to fostering client relationships, Ayaz shares invaluable insights and strategies for thriving in the realm of independent practice. Tune in as we uncover the keys to success for solo practice. https://amehdilaw.com/pract...

Explore how Windmill Microlending empowers skilled legal professionals to conquer financial hurdles and achieve career aspirations in Canada. Unlock opportunities with low-interest loans for accreditation and training.  Join us and our featured guests, Daniel Zaiontz and Sachin Kapoor of Windmill Microlendings, as we delve into the application process, the transformative impact of Windmill, succes...

Join us on our latest podcast episode as we discuss the decision to abridge your articles as a student in Ontario. In this concise and insightful discussion, we provide practical guidance to help you navigate this pivotal choice. Our guest, Meghan Thomas, Director of Professional Graduate & International Programs at Osgoode Hall Law School, shares her expertise in working with students conside...

Join us with Deborah Wolfe, Executive Director of the National Committee on Accreditation where she maps out the whole NCA process. How does the accreditation system work? What subjects do you need to become a lawyer? Are you coming from a non-common law jurisdiction? We get answers and much more from Deborah to help you truly understand what NCA does and how it is crucial for your legal journey i...

We talk with Gina Alexandris and Sandra Bekhor about a refreshing subject that is almost never talked about amongst the legal community i.e " Management" . It isn't just a subject of interest for the MBAs but also relevant to us as lawyers when we show up at work as an employee, employee, a subordinate or  a co- worker. We have the power to manage those around us to make us an inval...

Dare to change your established career and dive into legal profession? Looking for an inspiration? Join us as we sit with James Gilbert and discuss how he pivoted from an established career in sales and left his articling with one month left to go into criminal law and eventually build a practice as criminal defense lawyer. His story will serve as an inspiration for many students and new calls who...

Back to basics! Are you considering starting your licensing journey in Ontario? Or are you already registered but want to know more how the entire process works? We sit down with Gina Haros and Peninah Brickman at the Law Society of Ontario to walk you through the licensing process: when and how to start the application, what steps to follow to be eligible to take the barrister and solicitor exami...

Are you  exploring which career path to choose and what to expect in real life practice? Did you want to focus on an  area but not sure which one? Which one is right for you and where to start? We sit down with Barrister: Christopher Salazar and Solicitor: Christopher Schultz to chat about these questions for you and much more!

Looking to immigrate to Canada and start or continue your legal career path? This podcast is custom fit for you! Grab your coffee and join our discussion with Mehak Suri, an articling student at Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg to learn more about her journey to Canada and meticulous networking skills to land a job at a Bay Street law firm. Mehak shares great tips and advice for those who aspir...

On today’s episode, join us as we embark on an almost spiritual journey with newly called lawyer Ian Andrew Amirthanathan to learn more about his life and professional experience of handling the impact of mental health challenges. Ian speaks of his not so easy path into the legal profession as an NCA student, struggles of building a business as a solo practitioner in the middle of the COVID pandem...

Ready to perfect your resume & cover letter? Stay tuned as Michael Tam (Osgoode) reviews Kim’s and Sam’s resumes live and provides feedback on the spot. Embarking on a journey of becoming a lawyer can be challenging. Especially when you are expected to not only study well, but also present your skills and abilities well. In this episode, Michael Tam explains how to do it in a perfect fit resum...

Alicia Windsor took the plunge and moved to Toronto but kept her freelance lawyer gig and continued drafting and advising lawyers in Florida, USA. Alicia empowers us to think outside the box with our legal careers and shares the trials and tribulations of her career thus far. Alicia reminds us to remain confident and that your experience matters.

Joan Rataic-Lang joins Kim and Sam to provide tips on networking in person and virtually. Joan tells us what the Toronto Lawyers Association has in store for this upcoming, post-pandemic, event season. She also gives an insider scoop on how to network and how to be successful at it.