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  • S3 E2 - Paul Blyschak of Fasken Calgary
    2023/01/09

    On Episode 2 of Season 3 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast, we are joined by Paul Blyschak of Fasken Calgary. We discuss the basics of M&A law practice, including the key players and steps involved in an M&A transaction, the pros and cons of being a “rainmaker in M&A,” and the general life of an M&A lawyer. We also discuss Paul’s journey from previously being a Partner at Blakes to transitioning into a Counsel role at Fasken, allowing him to publish his upcoming book, “M&A Agreements in Canada: Transactions & Litigation.”

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    52 分
  • S3 E1 - Anika Klassen of McMillan Vancouver
    2022/11/28

    On Episode 1 of Season 3 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast we are joined by Anika Klassen of McMillan Vancouver. We discuss Anika’s journey from undergrad to becoming an associate, specifically how to navigate law school, plan for the OCI recruit, and what to expect in different positions as you progress from becoming a summer student to an associate.

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    44 分
  • S2 E4 - Paul Beckmann of Blakes Vancouver
    2022/03/11

    On Episode 4 of Season 2 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast we are joined by Paul Beckmann of Blakes Vancouver. We discuss: Paul's story from working in the Canadian Armed Forces to now being a junior associate at Blakes Vancouver, Paul's suggestions for first year law students and their 1L summer, and private equity transactions.

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    21 分
  • S2 E3 - Danielle Windt of BLG Vancouver
    2022/03/04

    On Episode 3 of Season 2 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast we are joined by Danielle Windt of BLG Vancouver. We discuss: starting your legal career in big law, trying out niche practice areas in corporate law, navigating difficulties as a junior lawyer, and Danielle's article "Insurance as a cybersecurity and privacy risk management tool".

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    21 分
  • S2 E2 - Dalene Visser of Synergy Business Lawyers
    2022/02/25

    On Episode 2 of Season 2 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast we are joined by Dalene Visser of Synergy Business Lawyers. We discuss: Dalene's story from TRU law student to associate, her career path from small city law to working at a national firm, the importance of fundamental solicitor skills, and advice for law students keen on practicing business law.

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    26 分
  • S2 E1 - Leena Yousefi of YLAW
    2022/02/18

    On Episode 1 of Season 2 of the TRU Business Law Society Podcast we are joined by Leena Yousefi of YLAW. We discuss: Leena's career from articling student to becoming a multi-award winning CEO of the fastest growing female-led law firm in Western Canada, the real concept behind the "4 day work week" at YLAW, common challenges faced by business owners going through divorce, custody over animals in family law, and YLAW's expansion.

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    28 分
  • Bankrupted on Boardwalk (Bankruptcy law in Canada)
    2021/03/22

    In this podcast we discuss bankruptcy law in Canada and try and dispel some of the stigma surrounded with bankruptcy.

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    34 分
  • Love it, hate it, gotta pay it: Taxes, a discussion with Laura Spitz
    2021/02/16

    In this episode we delve into the often murky world of tax law. Not only do we discuss the basics of tax we explore how tax effects individuals and how taxes specifically in Canada are used. One area we examine in particular was the Indigenous tax structure and how the current system is partly responsible for the lack of clean drinking water on reserve.

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    52 分