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- University of Toronto (In Progress) JD
- University of Guelph (2021) BSc (Honours - Animal Biology)
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Olivia Schenk (she/her)
is a summer student at Lenczner Slaght.
Olivia is currently completing her JD at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Law. An avid mooter, Olivia has competed in several advocacy competitions including the Stewart Cup Moot, Lerners Trial Advocacy workshop, the Legal Innovation and Technology Competition, and most notably, the Fanaki Competition Moot where her team placed first amongst ten other faculties.
Olivia is highly involved in her school community. She is currently the Vice President of the Animal Justice Club, where she raises awareness and advocates for more humane and sustainable agricultural practices. In addition, Olivia is a staff writer for Ultra Vires where she has written articles covering topics ranging from the recent Federal Court decision finding Charter violations during Ottawa’s recent use of the Emergencies Act to work-life balance while in law school. Mentorship is also extremely important to Olivia. She constantly seeks opportunities to support pre-law and first year students navigating law school.
Prior to studying law, Olivia studied Animal Biology at the University of Guelph. She worked a diverse variety of biology jobs including as a crop scout, an agricultural laborer, and a lab technician.
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Lenczner Slaght Welcomes Summer Student Class of 2024
Canada’s leading litigation firm continues to attract top talent with the addition of 11 exceptional summer students.
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Best Appellant Factum
Fanaki Competition Law Moot (2024)
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Best Appellant Team
Fanaki Competition Law Moot (2024)
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Douglas K Laidlaw Scholarship (2023)