Students at Law
Julian Brown
J.D. Candidate 2024
Julian is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. His academic performance has earned him a Pitblado Scholarship and the D.A. Thompson Q.C. Prize for his research on Indigenous intellectual property rights. Julian serves as an editor of the Canadian Journal of Human Rights, and volunteers as a grant writer for a variety of Canadian music projects. Prior to law school, Julian received a BA Honours degree in Political Studies and worked as a professional drummer in all genres ranging from R&B to punk-rock and everything in between.
Abhinav Dhingra
J.D. Candidate 2024
Abhinav is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba and will be articling at Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP. Throughout his two summers spent working at TDS, Abhinav has developed a strong interest in Corporate & Commercial Law, and Tax Law. Abhinav hopes to further his knowledge and skills in these areas through the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic while helping business owners with their legal needs.
Mario Elbardisy
J.D. Candidate 2024
Mario is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. Prior to law school, Mario obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) from the Asper School of Business, and is primarily interested in corporate and commercial law. Mario gained valuable experience summering with Fillmore Riley LLP in 2023 and will be returning to article with the firm in 2024.
Kaylee Furber
J.D. Candidate 2024
Kaylee is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Winnipeg in 2020. Kaylee has a background in the non-profit sector and is excited to bring her passion for community development work to the local business community before articling at Thompson Dorfman Sweatman in 2024.
Scott Groot
J.D. Candidate 2024
Scott is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from the U of M in 2020 majoring in political studies. Growing up in a family of business owners, Scott is passionate about supporting entrepreneurs who are attempting to grow their business, while understanding and supporting their needs. Through previous work experience, Scott is excellent at communicating with clients while solving problems that may arise.
Reid Hunter
J.D. Candidate 2024
Reid is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He is from Brandon, Manitoba, and completed his Bachelor of Science Degree from Brandon University in 2020. He is passionate about corporate and commercial law and is excited to begin working with small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other organizations. Reid looks forward to utilizing his skill set to successfully assist clients with their matters.
Robert Johnstone
J.D. Candidate 2024
Robert is a third-year law student with a keen understanding of the role of diligent legal counsel in the business sector, a perspective stemming from his family's entrepreneurial background. He refined his legal foundation as a summer student at MLT Aikins in Calgary, where he will return for articling in 2024-2025. Alongside his studies, Robert has distinguished himself as a research assistant to the Dean of Law, an editor for an international legal journal, and the recipient of the 2023 CBA Charity and Not-for-Profit essay competition. Leveraging his experience, passion, and time-management skills, Robert is poised to support our clients and facilitate their journey to success.
Chian Kong Jok
J.D. Candidate 2024
CJ is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He is deeply committed to sponsoring and advocating for community outreach initiatives, particularly those for at-risk adolescents. CJ's approach is influenced by his volunteer work at the Family Resource Centre, Siloam Mission, and the South Sudanese Learning Program. During his volunteer experiences, CJ used the opportunity to sharpen his problem-solving and analytical abilities. He was also one of the few people responsible for reactivating the Black Law Association of Manitoba student organization, which had been dormant for many years.
Cole Milberg
J.D. Candidate 2024
Cole is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba and a graduate of the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy. He brings a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to the Manitoba business community. Cole aims to harness his experiences in the public and private legal sectors towards addressing the legal needs of entrepreneurs in Manitoba.
Thomas Mooney
J.D. Candidate 2024
Thomas is a 3rd year law student at the University of Manitoba’s Robson Hall faculty of Law. Originally born in the UK, Thomas emigrated to Canada as a teenager. He received his bachelors from Trent University pursuing a joint major program in politics and biology. Since coming to Manitoba to study law, Thomas has embarked further west, taking an internship at Denton’s Canada LLP Calgary office, where he will be beginning his articles next year.
David Nemy
J.D. Candidate 2024
David Nemy is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. David spent his summer at Levene Tadman Golub LC where he plans to article in the 2024 year. He has gathered further valuable practical experience in hands on commercial real estate management. Within the framework of the legal clinic, David is excited to offer a unique perspective, serving business clients as they navigate the complexities of today's dynamic landscape.
Justin Papoff
J.D. Candidate 2024
Justin Papoff is a third-year student at Robson Hall. Before attending Robson Hall, Justin held various roles in fields such as supply chain management, marketing, and public affairs. Justin earned a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba. Justin will be joining MLT Aikins LLP as an articling student in June 2024, where he will be excited to apply the skills he learns with the Clinic.
Rebecca Penner
J.D. Candidate 2024
Rebecca is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba and a graduate of the Asper School of Business. Raised in Winkler, Manitoba, Rebecca has a strong respect for the entrepreneurial spirit of our province and looks forward to engaging with business owners of all backgrounds. Prior to law school, Rebecca worked as a project manager for energy infrastructure projects across the globe through Manitoba Hydro International. She leveraged this experience as a summer student at MLT Aikins in Winnipeg and will return to article with the firm in 2024 where she hopes to develop a strong corporate commercial practice.
Stephan Possin
J.D. Candidate 2024
Born in Munich and raised in Seattle, Stephan currently resides in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where he obtained his undergraduate degree in Business and Administration from the University of Winnipeg. Stephan recently completed his second year of law school at the University of Manitoba and hopes to practice business law once he is called to the bar.
During law school, Stephan volunteered on a Pro Bono Students Canada project, was an editor for the Canadian Journal of Human Rights, and took part in the first year mini moot competition. In the summer of 2022, Stephan worked as a law student at an international lottery and gaming company while continuing his work for the Canadian Journal of Human Rights. For his final year of law school, Stephan is a senior editor for the Canadian Journal of Human Rights and a Student-At-Law with the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic.
Stephan originally moved to Winnipeg in 2010 to pursue a career as a professional ballet dancer with Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet. After his successful career in dance, Stephan was a server, bartender, and general manager at several prominent restaurants and cocktail bars in the Winnipeg area.
In his spare time, Stephan enjoys playing board games with friends, trying new restaurants, and learning about wine.
Jamie Robertson
J.D. Candidate 2024
Jamie is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. Prior to law school, Jamie studied psychology at the University of Manitoba. Jamie has gained valuable legal experience working at Manitoba Hydro in the Legal Services Department for the past two summers and will be returning there to article in 2024.
Ashley Slagerman
J.D. Candidate 2024
Ashley Slagerman is a third-year law student and previously completed her Bachelors of Commerce degree at the University of Manitoba. With a strong foundation in business, Ashley is excited to help small businesses and entrepreneurs navigate the complex world of business regulations. With her keen attention to detail and previous work experience she is committed to helping provide support to businesses in need.
Austin Sutherland
J.D. Candidate 2024
Austin is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from the U of M in spring 2021. He is currently involved with a project studying the prevalence of hazing in men’s ice hockey. Austin has gained valuable legal experience working at Taylor McCaffrey the past two summers. He is looking forward to using previous skills to assist L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic clients.
Kerith Tung
J.D. Candidate 2024
Kerith is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences in 2020. Kerith is excited to work with entrepreneurs and the local business community in achieving success in their endeavours.
Syed Ullah
J.D. Candidate 2024
Syed is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He obtained his undergraduate degree in Education from the University of Calgary in 2021. As a Student-at-Law with the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic, Syed strives to equip entrepreneurs and business owners with the necessary legal knowledge and assistance to effectively navigate the intricate realm of business law. Upon completion of his studies, he will Article with Gowling WLG in Ottawa.
Devan Vercaigne
J.D. Candidate 2024
Devan is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed a Bachelor of Environmental Studies degree with a focus in Policy and Law from the University of Manitoba, where he was awarded the Riddell Faculty Medal for highest standing in a three-year program. Currently the vice-president of the Business Law Group at Robson Hall, Devan is passionate about corporate and commercial law and is looking forwarding to assisting L Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic clients on their journey to a successful business. Devan looks forward to articling at MLT Aikins Winnipeg in 2024.
Kyle Wilfer
J.D. Candidate 2024
Kyle is a third-year law student at the University of Manitoba. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2021, majoring in Religion. His experiences as a student athlete and a traveller has exposed him to meeting people from various communities. Kyle hopes to use this exposure to enhance and contribute to the Winnipeg business community through his work at the L. Kerry Vikar Business Law Clinic.
Booker Zhang
J.D. Candidate 2024
Booker Zhang is a third year law student at the University of Manitoba. He obtained
a BS from South China University of Technology in China and moved to Canada in 2018. Booker has a strong interest in corporate and intellectual property law and is excited to help clients reach their business success.
Research Assistants
Lisa Haydey
J.D. Candidate 2025
Lisa Haydey is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba. She is passionate about supporting and advocating for entrepreneurs and our local business community. Her approach is informed by her love of research, problem solving, and her prior educational experience, including a Bachelor of Arts in Honours Psychology and a Masters in Physiotherapy.
Emily Palmer
J.D. Candidate 2025
Emily is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba. She completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at the U of M in 2019 and received her Master of Journalism degree from the University of British Columbia in the spring of 2022. Emily aspires to celebrate the powerful stories told by unique and innovative entrepreneurs in Manitoba.
Kassandra Taverner
J.D. Candidate 2025
Kassandra is a second-year law student at the University of Manitoba, with a Bachelor of Science in Cell, Molecular, and Developmental Biology. Kassandra is also an artist and has developed a keen eye for detail and a creative approach to problem-solving. WIth her scientific background, Kassandra is skilled at analyzing data and synthesizing information. She is excited to use her unique perspective and skill set to help the Business Law Clinic's clients succeed.
Alumni
J.D. Candidates 2025
- Lisa Haydey
- Emily Palmer
- Kassandra Taverner
J.D. Candidates 2023
- Ashley Bains
- Julia Beal
- Sipy Brar
- Dion Cheung
- Chris Dyck
- Isanne Goldberg
- Samantha Harvey
- Jonathan Hinman
- Elise Janzen
- Connor Jonsson
- Jenna Symons
- Johanna Thiessen
J.D. Candidates 2022
- Taylor Antonchuck
- Alexander Barnes
- Jessica Bevilacqua
- Shira Brand
- Alexandra Broggy
- Sebastian Burachynsky
- Tina Daschuk
- Jayelle Friesen
- Janelle Gobin
- Ryan Johnson
- Jill Klassen
- Jordan Lang
- Gavin LeBeau
- Alan Lempert
- Emily Lisi
- Brooke Mowatt
- Jack Powles
- Leah Suderman
- Reuben Van Gaalen
J.D. Candidates 2021
- Franco Aiello
- Alexis Bailey
- Tyson Bannatyne
- Jennifer Bisch
- Sukh Brar
- Reid Buchanan
- Steven Dressler
- Justin Gertenstein
- Lidet Getachew
- Ty Koshowski
- Suraj Lakhi
- Adele Lee
- Meghan Leung
- Justin MacKay
- Josh Micflikier
- Joel Olfert
- Owen Park
- Alexandra Philippot
- Evan Podaima
- Owen Sasek
- David Slonosky
- Jilian Stefanson
- Carter Suski
- Erin Tramley
All law students working at the Business Law Clinic are members of The Law Society of Manitoba as students-at-law and work under the supervision of an experienced lawyer.
All law students at the Faculty of Law are members of the Manitoba Law Students Association, the Manitoba Bar Association and The Canadian Bar Association.
All students participating in the Business Law Clinic are also supported business law mentors from the legal profession, and well as by faculty, staff and have access to practice tools and resources of E. K. Williams Law Library, including LexisNexis Quicklaw, Practice Advisor, Westlaw, various other online tools and extensive resources of UM Libraries, and complimentary online access, through the Canadian Corporate Counsel Association Mondaq Library, to Mondaq Knowledge Centres and Mondaq Comparative Guides.
Law students in the Clinic use the world’s leading cloud-based legal practice management software to manage files from start to finish courtesy of Clio’s Academic Access Program which helps students learn the practice of law using advanced legal technology to be efficient and effective as well as work remotely from anywhere.
Law Mentors
