Osgoode Professional Development

Nadya Tymochenko is Senior Counsel at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, where she specializes in education law, representing publicly funded school boards, private schools and colleges. She advises on a wide range of issues, including student matters and human rights concerns involving both employees and students – particularly where rights intersect or conflict. Nadya also represents clients in administrative tribunals, grievance arbitrations and judicial review applications.

This fall, she will co-chair OsgoodePD’s Fundamentals in Special Education Law alongside Nicola Simmons (Keel Cottrelle LLP). Developed by leading legal and education professionals, this program provides a practical, up-to-date understanding of key legal challenges in special education, along with strategies to navigate them effectively. Learn more:
https://bit.ly/4uqlRCI

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week's networking dinner celebrating our newest graduates! 🎓

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening so special. It was wonderful to connect, celebrate achievements and welcome our newest alumni into the OsgoodePD community.

Congratulations to the Spring Convocation Class of 2026! 🎓

We are incredibly proud of everything you have accomplished and can't wait to see where your careers and future endeavours take you next.

Thank you for being part of the OsgoodePD community, and best wishes for what comes next! York University

We're still reflecting on the conversations, connections and insights shared at OITLD 2026. ⚖️
From accreditation and licensing guidance to mentorship, networking and career development discussions, the day brought together an incredible community of internationally trained lawyers, legal professionals, mentors and partners.

Thank you again to our speakers, mentors, sponsors and attendees for making this year's event such a success. We're grateful for your contributions and commitment to supporting internationally trained lawyers as they build their careers in Canada.

Here are a few more moments from the day. 📸

As a child of two law professors, it may have appeared to casual observers like Kate Salter’s professional future was pre-destined, but her career journey wasn't as straightforward as you might expect. Now an award-winning lawyer, Kate shares how the Osgoode LLM in Business Law helped to bring her to the next level as a strategic partner to her clients. Read her full story on our blog: https://bit.ly/3X0k5K7

We were proud to sponsor this year's NCA Spring Networking Mixer – a fantastic event that brought together internationally trained legal professionals to connect, celebrate and grow their networks. 🤝

Last week, attendees had the opportunity to reconnect with fellow NCA candidates, meet new colleagues and engage in meaningful conversations with members of the legal community in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Thank you to the NCA Network team for organizing another successful event and for all they do to support internationally trained lawyers on their journey into the Canadian legal profession. ⚖️