Call Forward Series

Attention lawyer licensing candidates: don’t miss this opportunity to get the insights you need to bridge the gap between law school and the practice of law! In a convenient and easy to access format, this seven-part series is designed to meet the current needs of new students-at-law (including articling students, Integrated Practice Curriculum students, and Law Practice Program/Programme de pratique du droit candidates) as you move towards your call to the bar.

Our expert faculty will give you a broad range of perspectives. Engage in a live chat session with our program chairs and other session attendees during each module’s live release or watch the module later at your convenience. Register now to gain valuable insight and make connections with your peers along your pathway to licensing!

Relationships, Mentorship, and Building Your Network

Session 1
- creating connections with in-person networking and through online platforms
- fostering relationships with colleagues in your firm
- how to identify mentors and maintain quality mentoring relationships.
Practice Management and Time Management

Session 2
Practice management skills are essential for a successful lawyer, regardless of the size of your firm or the area of your practice. Gather valuable insights to help you stay on top of your workload, including:
- Strategies and systems for time docketing
- How to prioritize and navigate multiple demands and files
- Valuable advice for file management and complying with the Rules of Professional Conduct
Legal Research and Writing

Session 3

Sharpen your legal research and writing skills with this helpful session! Research and writing will be a key task as an articling student and early career lawyer. Make sure you have the knowledge and insights to confidently tackle these assignments, including when and how to use artificial intelligence to assist you and what to watch out for.
Courtroom Essentials

Session 4

Get helpful insights on what you need to know about going to Court, including courtroom etiquette both in-person and virtually, how to prepare and more.
Transactional Work Essentials

Session 5
Put your best foot forward on transactional files with this valuable session. Our faculty will share advice on:
- Your role and what you should be paying attention to
- Due diligence – the importance of setting an accurate foundation
- Email etiquette on transactional matters: client and internal communications
Hirebacks, Personal Resilience and What Comes Next

Session 6

It can be a stressful time of year when hire back decisions are being made and job offers extended. Learn strategies for managing your stress and navigating these decisions. Leave feeling prepared to negotiate this phase and consider the opportunities available for the next stage of your career.
Promoting Equity and Allyship in Legal Workplaces

Session 7

Many law firms and legal organizations are working towards becoming more inclusive and equitable. Gather advice on how to build your capacity as an ally, and gather insights on creating an inclusive environment in your legal workplace. These are important skills that you will apply from law school right through your career!
Managing Law School Debt and Financial Planning

Session 8

Law school is a significant investment of your time and money. Hear from our panelists as they share strategies and insights learned as they navigated their student debt journeys, as well as learn from financial professionals with industry knowledge.

Master the skills that you did not learn in law school. Our expert faculty will give you a broad range of perspectives. Engage in a live chat session with our program chairs and other session attendees during each module’s live release or watch the module later at your convenience. Register now to gain valuable insight and make connections with your peers along your pathway to licensing!

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