Leah Girvitz

Leah girvitz

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location of Leah GirvitzVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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  • Timeline

    Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

    Summer Camp Counselor

    Zodiac Day Camp
    May 2016 - Aug 2016

    Administrative Student Intern

    The Medical Station
    Aug 2017 - Aug 2018

    Sales Associate

    Sherwin-Williams Paints
    Sept 2019 - Apr 2020

    Amicus Peer Tutor

    University of Victoria Faculty of Law
    May 2020 - Nov 2020

    Law Student

    The Law Centre
    Nov 2021 - Jan 2023

    Articled Student

    Phillips Paul Barristers & Solicitors
    Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
    Current Company
    Feb 2023 - now

    Associate Lawyer

    Phillips Paul Barristers & Solicitors
  • About me

    Associate

  • Education

    • Branksome hall

      2008 - 2014
      Ontario secondary school diploma, international baccaulaureate diploma general studies 7-12

      Activities and Societies: Branksome Hall Senior Orchestra, Red Maple Reading, GSA Received diplomas with honours from the International Baccalaureate and the Province of Ontario Education Board.

    • University of victoria

      2018 - 2020
      Doctor of law - jd law

      Activities and Societies: FemLaw - Co-President, OUTLaws - VP Outreach, Wine Club - President, Amicus Tutor, Tour Volunteer I completed my JD at UVic Law in August 2020, a year ahead of my entrance class.

    • The university of british columbia

      2014 - 2018
      Bachelor of arts (ba) english literature, creative writing

      Activities and Societies: Writer's Guild, Photosoc, English Student's Association, Tea Club, Arts Tri-Mentoring I completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in English literature and a minor in creative writing.

    • King's college london

      2016 - 2016
      Bachelor of arts (b.a.) english language and literature, general

      My semester abroad at King's College London was hosted by the Go Global program at UBC. It was a wonderful experience in which I received UBC course credits while studying at a school abroad. I took higher-level courses in English literature during my term at KCL.

  • Experience

    • Zodiac day camp

      Jun 2015 - Aug 2015
      Summer camp counselor

      As a camp counsellor at Zodiac Day Camp I worked with kids aged 2-12, specializing in their Kid Vantage program and co-directing and choreographing in their Performing Arts sector.

    • The medical station

      May 2016 - Aug 2016
      Administrative student intern

      In my position at The Medical Station, I was the head of social media and marketing and was responsible for writing blogs and newsletters, and helping with day-to-day operations. I was also is involved in the process of developing health promotion programs.

    • Sherwin-williams paints

      Aug 2017 - Aug 2018
      Sales associate

      As a Sales Associate for Sherwin Williams I developed and honed skills in sales, customer service, and client relations. In this role I was required to develop a deep understanding of the paint and construction industry, assess clients' needs, and fulfill those needs by applying my knowledge to help clients choose the ideal products for their project.

    • University of victoria faculty of law

      Sept 2019 - Apr 2020
      Amicus peer tutor

      As a tutor for UVic Law's Amicus program I assisted first year JD students in learning and understanding the standard 1L course materials. In addition, I was also responsible for tutoring 2L JID students in their contracts course, which included learning in the areas of both common law contracts and Indigenous law treaties.

    • The law centre

      May 2020 - Nov 2020
      Law student

      I participated in The Law Centre (TLC) student course in my final semester of law school, from May-August 2020. After completing the course I continued working for TLC as a part-time employee, assisting in the interim period before the next course of students began working on case files. In my role as a Law Centre student I managed my own caseload and dealt directly with clients, assisting them with matters in areas such as family, criminal, residential tenancy, employment, and human rights law. My work at TLC was varied and included such tasks as conducting client intake interviews, drafting and submitting legal claims, and representing clients at various tribunals. Show less

    • Phillips paul barristers & solicitors

      Nov 2021 - Jan 2023
      • Articled Student

        Jan 2022 - Jan 2023
      • Student Employee

        Nov 2021 - Feb 2022
    • Phillips paul barristers & solicitors

      Feb 2023 - now
      Associate lawyer

      I have conduct over files in several areas of practice, primarily civil litigation, wills and estates, and family law. My civil litigation files are varied and include personal injury, commercial litigation, contract disputes, and estate litigation. I have the pleasure of practicing as both a litigator and solicitor, and I enjoy both of these facets of the legal profession.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Csia reg level 1 instructor

      Canadian ski instructors' alliance
      Sept 2013
    • Emergency first aid

      Lifesaving society
      Nov 2009
    • Cpr-a & cpr-c

      Lifesaving society
      Jun 2013
    • Jr. padi scuba diver

      Padi
      Aug 2009
    • Cpr-b

      Lifesaving society
      Nov 2009
    • Standard first aid

      Lifesaving society
      Jun 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Hugh M Brock Education Abroad Scholarship The University of British Columbia Aug 2016
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Certificate of Excellence UBC Arts Tri-Mentoring Program Mar 2016 Recipient of the Certificate of Excellence for outstanding achievements as a junior mentee during the Arts Tri-Mentoring Program
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      The Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award The Duke of Edinburgh International Award May 2012 Recipient of The Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Award for completion of the service, skills, physical recreation and adventurous journey requirements of the program.
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Fastest Racer in Group Snowhawks Ski Club 2012 Award received for being the fastest ski racer in the group.
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Silver Winner in Girls L1 Skiing CISAA Alpine Skiing 2012
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      The Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award The Duke of Edinburgh International Award May 2011 Recipient of The Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Award for completion of the service, skills, physical recreation and adventurous journey requirements of the program.
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Bronze Cross Lifesaving Society Nov 2010 For completing the Bronze Cross program.
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Principal's Award Thistle Certificate Principal's Award Program Jun 2010
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Bronze Medallion Lifesaving Society Nov 2009 For completion of the Bronze Medallion program.
    • Awarded to Leah Girvitz
      Principal's Award Rose Certificate Principal's Award Program Jun 2009
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Camp Counsellor Volunteer

      Issued by Word Wrestlers on Aug 2016
      Word WrestlersAssociated with Leah Girvitz
    • Intern

      Issued by Windows to The World on Jan 2012
      Windows to The WorldAssociated with Leah Girvitz
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Canadian National Exhibition on Jan 2012
      Canadian National ExhibitionAssociated with Leah Girvitz
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Daily Bread Food Bank on Jan 2008
      Daily Bread Food BankAssociated with Leah Girvitz
    • Senior Editor

      Issued by Write Me Up on Jan 2012
      Write Me UpAssociated with Leah Girvitz