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The TRU BLS Podcast is a program provided by the TRU Business Law Society, which is a student-run club at Thompson Rivers University (TRU). Rhythm Jethi and Eky Singh, current 2L students and hosts for season 3 of the podcast, will talk with leading industry and legal experts on topics that relate to business law. This podcast aims to provide students, lawyers, and the general public with insights from some of the greatest legal professionals in Canada, in a business law context. DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or be used as a substitute to legal advice. No one should act, or refrain from acting, based solely upon the information provided in this podcast. You should always seek appropriate legal or other professional advice.
Episodes
Monday Jan 09, 2023
S3 E2 - Paul Blyschak of Fasken Calgary
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
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.”
Monday Nov 28, 2022
S3 E1 - Anika Klassen of McMillan Vancouver
Monday Nov 28, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
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.
Friday Mar 11, 2022
S2 E4 - Paul Beckmann of Blakes Vancouver
Friday Mar 11, 2022
Friday Mar 11, 2022
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.
Friday Mar 04, 2022
S2 E3 - Danielle Windt of BLG Vancouver
Friday Mar 04, 2022
Friday Mar 04, 2022
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".
Friday Feb 25, 2022
S2 E2 - Dalene Visser of Synergy Business Lawyers
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Friday Feb 25, 2022
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.
Friday Feb 18, 2022
S2 E1 - Leena Yousefi of YLAW
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
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.
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Bankrupted on Boardwalk (Bankruptcy law in Canada)
Monday Mar 22, 2021
Monday Mar 22, 2021
In this podcast we discuss bankruptcy law in Canada and try and dispel some of the stigma surrounded with bankruptcy.
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Love it, hate it, gotta pay it: Taxes, a discussion with Laura Spitz
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
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.
Sunday Nov 15, 2020
Commercial litigation with Melanie Gaston
Sunday Nov 15, 2020
Sunday Nov 15, 2020
In this episode we delve into the world of commercial litigation with Melanie Gaston a partner at Osler.
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Real estate transactions and mortgage law in Canada
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Tanner and Jordan speak to John O'Fee QC about real estate law in Canada