Leicester Law School
Testimonials from Canadian students
With over 10 years of experience teaching and supporting Canadian students and the largest Canadian student body of any UK law school, we have developed an extensive alumni network in Canada. We maintain strong relationships with our graduates, whose experiences and insights benefit our students both throughout their studies and upon graduation.
Our twice-yearly alumni networking evenings in Toronto are a great opportunity to meet fellow Leicester alumni and catch up with visiting staff.
Find out more about our Canadian graduates and their experiences of studying with us at Leicester.
Hear from our graduates
I chose to study at Leicester Law School as for a Canadian student it offered me the opportunity to complete my law degree in two years. This was appealing since I knew I wanted to practice in Canada and it allowed me to qualify faster. With the program offering both Canadian and English modules, I was excited to learn about the law through an international lens. What really drew me to Leicester Law School was their abundance of extra-curricular and Pro Bono opportunities through the Pro Bono Society. My time working as a Student Legal Advisor and eventually becoming Director of the Legal Advice Clinic was the highlight of my law degree. The Clinic allows students to feel what it is really like to be a lawyer in a law firm like setting, while serving the local community. I was able to take the skills and knowledge I learned in the classroom and put them into a practical setting. Whether you are new to the law or have experience with it, the Clinic is an inclusive space, and you are fully supported by an amazing team of students, staff and solicitors. Both my academic and extra-curricular experiences at Leicester Law School left me feeling fully prepared to pursue my career upon graduating. I’m currently completing the NCA process and working as a Deputy District Registrar for the Supreme Court of British Columbia.
I embarked on my legal journey at the University of Leicester in 2020, choosing this institution for its exceptional support for Canadian students. The presence of the Canadian Law Society and the extensive network of Leicester alumni who successfully transitioned to practicing law in Canada assured me that Leicester was the right choice. Although moving across the world for school was a daunting experience, the community of Canadian students quickly made it feel like a home away from home. One of my favourite parts of Leicester was serving as the President of the Canadian Law Society. Upon completing my LLB, I pursued a Master of Laws at the University of British Columbia, which I recently completed. I am now about to commence an articling position, and I am excited to take this next step in my legal career.
The University of Leicester provided the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to succeed in my career as a lawyer in Canada. From the friendly and knowledgeable staff to the opportunity to meet students from around the world, the University of Leicester gave me the tools I needed to be competitive in the field of law as a student returning to practice law in Canada. The programs and extracurricular and volunteer opportunities available allowed me to get involved in academic and instructive programs which helped set the stage for my career as a practicing lawyer and teacher in Canada. Laleh is a lawyer at Rachlin & Wolfson LLP where her practice focuses on personal injury and insurance defence litigation. Laleh is also a mentor and assessor in the Law Practice Program at Toronto Metropolitan University, as well as Osgoode’s Intensive Trial Advocacy Workshop.
As a Canadian, moving to Europe on my own was a big step - especially when you know no one and your family is thousands of miles away. However, going to Leicester Law School was far better than I could have ever imagined. The lecturers are passionate about the area of law they teach and they are always approachable and willing to take the time to help you. The tutorials they lead on a weekly basis are very helpful, and help you to work through and understand the application of the law in real-life situations. The law school also has quite a few societies that let you connect with other law students with the same interests as you. In my case, the Canadian Law Society provided a community of other Canadian students that made Leicester feel very much like a home away from home. In addition to my studies, I took part in quite a few extra-curricular activities in the law school, including the University of Leicester Law Society mooting competitions, the Law Society netball team, and the pro bono street law programme. I was also part of the executive committee for the Canadian Law Society. Being part of these societies was a great way to get involved with the law school and make professional connections with law firms. The city of Leicester itself is a lively place with tonnes of shops, museums and parks, as well as being home to the Leicester Tigers and Leicester City Football Club. The best part about living in Leicester is how the city comes alive during celebrations. I was lucky enough to experience Leicester winning the Premier League, which was one of the biggest celebrations I have ever seen! There is always something to do in Leicester when you need a study break. Since coming back from Leicester, I have begun working at a boutique firm in Ottawa, Canada that focuses on corporate and business law. I have loved every minute of working there since I graduated. I have also been studying and preparing for my NCA exams. These exams are a requirement for all foreign-educated law students that want to practise or article in Canada. Juggling studying and work has been extremely hectic, but I am loving every bit of it.
Looking back, I can't imagine my law school experience any other way. The endless opportunities at Leicester Law School are unlike any other. I had the rare opportunity to observe and meet Lord Neuberger, the President of the UK’s Supreme Court, through Leicester’s Mooting Competition. I also gained the most fulfilling experience from the law school’s annual debate competition, seeing how the legal realm influences the controversial policies in everyday societies and major world issues. As well as the numerous activities that instilled in me a confidence to practise law, the faculty at Leicester went above and beyond. The staff are dedicated to not only ensuring that we gain legal knowledge, but also that we use our analytical skills in putting the law into practice in our tutorials. They understand the process of returning to Canada, and took care of correspondence with the NCA upon my return to Toronto. When I was finished at Leicester, they still had an interest in and dedication to seeing me through with my settlement into the Canadian legal field. My experience at Leicester led to me to complete my Masters of Law at Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. The Leicester alumni network has been critical in my transition back to Canada - not only was I given guidance, I was able to connect to the firm I currently article for through a Leicester graduate!