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Join us for a moderated discussion on how to prepare for interview week during the structured recruit, targeted at LLMCL/NCA candidates. 

Panelists will share their personal experiences and insights on preparing for structured recruit interviews, different types of interview formats used by firms, what to expect throughout the week, and tips into answering different interview questions. 

*Non-LLMCL/NCA students can sign up for event, but note that the content of the event will be catered towards LLMCL/NCA candidates.

Moderator: 

Tiffany Ho (she/her)

Tiffany Ho is an associate at Barbeau Evans LLP, specializing in general business law and real estate law. Outside of work, Tiffany plays an active role in various professional and community organizations. She is an active member of FACL BC, holds the position of co-chair within the CBABC Internationally Trained Lawyer Section, and serves on the board of the Charlford Housing Society for Women. 

Panelists:

Shawn Xin (he/him)

Shawn Xin completed his law degree in England and got qualified as a solicitor in Hong Kong. His practice mainly covers equity capital market with focus on initial public offering. After working in Hong Kong for 10+ years, Shawn relocated to Vancouver and completed his LLM Common Law at UBC in 2024. Shawn went through the VBA summer structured recruit process in October 2023 and commenced his summer position at Cassels in mid-May 2024.

Tina Ye (she/her)

Tina obtained her LLB from Queen’s University Belfast and completed the LLMCL program at UBC in 2023. While studying for the program, Tina worked as a legal advocate with the feminist organization BWSS and volunteered extensively with Access Pro-Bono. Tina was successful in securing her articling position with Yan Muirhead LLP (a boutique litigation firm in downtown Vancouver) through the 2023 structured recruit.

Ellie Zareie (she/her)

Ellie Zareie is an articling student at WorkSafeBC. She completed her LLMCL at the Peter A. Allard School of Law, UBC, in May 2024. 

Before relocating to Canada, Ellie had a successful legal career in Iran for over five years. She practiced as a litigator and later as an in-house lawyer for an international corporation, where her expertise in corporate and commercial law enabled her to navigate clients through intricate legal challenges.

Ellie obtained her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Tehran, Iran, in 2013, and pursued an LL.M. in International Law from Leiden University in The Hague, Netherlands, in 2014. To broaden her international legal perspective in fast-paced environments, Ellie undertook legal internships with the International Criminal Court and the International Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons in The Hague.

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If you have any questions about the Code of Conduct, please email info@faclbc.ca.

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About the Topic

Visible and ethnic minorities represent a sizeable amount of Vancouver’s population, and many are owners of Small and Medium Enterprises in the Lower Mainland. When assisting both personal and business clients in litigation, there may be numerous cultural nuances and important legal issues for counsel to consider. These differences play a role in forming one’s litigation strategy and providing proper service to the client. We will be discussing real life cases and hope to provide insight on what to be aware of.

We thank Hammerco Lawyers LLP for graciously offering to host FACL BC for this event.

This seminar is eligible for 1 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit, providing you with an opportunity to enhance your professional skills and stay updated on crucial legal topics. Don't miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge, connect with industry experts, and enjoy a productive lunch and learn experience.

Meet our Presenters

Doug Chiu

Doug Chiu is a Partner at Hammerco Lawyers LLP and leads their Commercial Litigation Department. He primarily acts for small and medium businesses, where he handles matters related to professional negligence, insurance disputes and corporate malfeasance.  Doug is a regular speaker on Chinese media and co-hosts a monthly call-in show where he discusses legal issues and fields live questions on civil litigation in Cantonese.

Serena Cheong

Serena Cheong is an Associate with Hammerco Lawyers LLP. Her main areas of practice are class actions, personal injury (including civil sexual assault), and commercial litigation. She is a first-generation immigrant from Macau and speaks conversational Cantonese. She has been a part of FACL since 2019; she is a part of this year’s Leadership Academy and volunteers with the Advocacy Committee. Serena is also the editor-in-chief of FACL’s new journal.

Final Notes

While this event is complimentary, we kindly request that you inform us of any changes to your RSVP as a courtesy to both Hammerco Lawyers LLP, our host, and other potential attendees. Timely notification of any changes ensures efficient planning and helps us maintain the quality of our events. Please note that unexplained absences or repeated no-shows to FACL BC events may affect your ability to attend future complimentary events.

Parking and Transportation Information

Hammerco Lawyers LLP’s office is located at 400-2233 Columbia Street, Vancouver. Please note that there is no designated parking. We recommend arriving early to secure street parking in the surrounding area. Alternatively, you can use public transportation. The nearest Canada Line stations are Broadway-City Hall (a 9-minute walk) and Olympic Village (12-minute walk).

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By attending this event, you agree to abide by the FACL BC Event Code of Conduct.

If you have any questions about the Code of Conduct, please email info@faclbc.ca.