Season 5 Episode 3: Where are my students now? Yusra, my articling student is now a lawyer!

Yusra arrived in Canada on February 18th, 2020, from Pakistan, eager to continue her legal career. Initially securing a legal assistant position, the opportunity was unfortunately rescinded due to the COVID-19 shutdown. Yusra holds a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of London (2012) and a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property Law from the University of Houston in Texas (2014-15). Before relocating to Canada, she worked for five years at a full-service law firm specializing in aviation and admiralty law. Her decision to move was driven by a desire for a more multicultural environment and personal reasons.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Yusra used the time to further develop her skills, including drafting motion records, mediation memos, and attending hearings. She also gained valuable experience in essential office tasks like scanning and filing. Yusra attributes much of her growth to the intensive training program she was part of, which laid a strong legal foundation that has been fundamental in her career development.

Today, Yusra is proud to have achieved her goal of becoming a lawyer, continuing to apply her expertise in a personal injury law firm. The skills and knowledge she has gained over the years serve as the foundation for her continued success in the legal field.