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Liza* is an associate at Lenczner Slaght. Liza holds a Juris Doctor from Queen’s University, Faculty of Law. Prior to law school, Liza was highly involved in the technology entrepreneurship community in Kitchener-Waterloo while completing her undergraduate degree. Through several volunteer roles, she was integral to spearheading programs aimed at enhancing student and community innovation. Her exceptional teamwork skills allow her to incorporate many perspectives into one viewpoint, which means that she refines§ large volumes of information confidently. While studying for her Business Administration degree, Liza completed three diverse co-op internships in operations, wealth management and venture capital. Her aptitude for data analysis and attention to detail have shown her the value of precision and accuracy, making her a strong and well-rounded legal researcher. Liza utilizes her strong research skills to craft nuanced and compelling legal arguments with ease. Liza’s expertise in both business and law enables her to approach arguments from multiple perspectives and deeply understand her clients’ precise needs, making her a highly effective advocate across a diverse range of contexts. .

Expertise

  • Bar Admissions:
    • Ontario (2024)
  • Education:
    • Queen’s University (2023) JD
    • Wilfrid Laurier University (2020) BBA (Distinction)

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Liza Leshchynska (she/her)

is an associate at Lenczner Slaght.

Liza summered and articled at Lenczner Slaght, where she gained experience across a wide range of matters including commercial litigation, professional liability, class actions and construction disputes.

Liza holds a Juris Doctor from Queen’s University. During law school, Liza participated extensively in the Queen’s Prison Law Clinic program, assisting inmates with disciplinary and parole matters. Liza also acted as a student clerk for the justices of the Kingston Superior Court of Justice, supporting a wide variety of criminal and civil matters. In her first year of law school, Liza was awarded course prizes in Tort and Property Law and the Dean’s Bronze Scholar Award for her academic achievement.

Liza previously studied Business Administration at Wilfrid Laurier University. During her time at Laurier, she was actively involved in the Kitchener-Waterloo startup community. Liza is passionate about travel and cross-cultural collaboration and has completed international exchanges to Israel, France and Australia.

  • Ukrainian Canadian Bar Association

  • The Advocates' Society

  • Canadian Bar Association

  • Ontario Bar Association

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