1. Do you have any secret talents?
See answer to Question 16.
2. What did you want to be when you grew up?
I’d like to say an astronaut, or a hockey player (which was at least partly true until about Grade 4), but the truth is: a lawyer.
3. Any childhood pets?
Two cats: Napoleon and Josephine. Born on Napoleon’s birthday, as it turns out.
4. What was/is your nickname?
Various, with none sticking over time: Yak, Eddie, Egg…
5. What is your pet peeve?
Inconsiderate subway riders.
6. What do you like to do to let loose?
Run. Get out of the city. Both.
7. Where do you most like to travel?
Favourite country in which to travel: Italy. Favourite trip: Istanbul.
8. Who is your celebrity idol?
Given that his foundation supports the IHRP, I’d have to say Elton John. (And Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy was the first LP I ever bought.)
9. What is the best book you have ever read?
I, Claudius.
10. Who is your favourite fictional lawyer?
Atticus Finch.
11. What is your favourite breakfast item at “Iacobucci’s Fiduciary Snack Duty”?
Bagels.
12. What is your favourite place to eat near or around U of T Campus?
Until the condos [on Bloor were built], either Pho Hung or the Chinese restaurant beneath it. Still looking for a favourite now.
13. Which class did you get the lowest mark in during law school?
It was a multi-way tie.
14. In law school, you would have been labeled the class ______
-mate?
15. How much was tuition when you went to law school?
I can’t recall exactly, but certainly less than today’s – this is why student financial aid is a priority!
16. What is your go to dance move?
In my youth, I was known on occasion to dance on my toes. Harder to pull off today, I’m afraid.
17. Who is your favourite band or artist?
Depends when you’re asking, but these days, the Avett Brothers.
18. If you had to choose someone from the faculty to be your partner for the Amazing Race, who would it be?
It’s a multi-way tie.
19. What did you study in undergrad?
Economics.
20. What would be your go to karaoke song?
Hey Good Looking, Hank Williams Sr. Vocal range required: about 5 notes. Perfect.
