Looking back, what did I overlook?
In the summer of 2018, upon graduating with a Bachelor of Law from the University of Liverpool, I was poised to return to Canada to embark on the path to practicing law in Ontario. However, instead of delving into the regulations and timelines, I found myself basking in the warm English sunshine and reveling in the World Cup celebrations.
Once back in Canada, reality set in, and the need to chart a course became apparent. The first step was to understand the National Accreditation Committee (NCA) and navigate the process of successfully passing the NCA exams. Regrettably, my initial plan was met with unexpected obstacles.
The NCA evaluates the legal education and professional background of internationally trained candidates to decide what they must complete to meet Canadian legal education standards. My law degree was expedited, courtesy of a prior graduate degree from a Canadian university. The NCA's assessment considers various aspects such as the nature of the law degree, the mode of course delivery—whether in-person or online—and the grading system. My assessment dictated that I complete five mandatory exams and had the option of two additional ones.
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