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Taylor RodriguesDecember 27, 2023

Jury in a Hurry: You Confide, We Decide

You asked, we answered: new advice column coming 2024 We are “Jury in a Hurry,” a new monthly general advice column for the law school […]

Taylor RodriguesDecember 27, 2023

Did the Competition Bureau Accidentally Kill Wage Transparency?

Employers take down wage information in response to Competition Act amendments How much are you going to earn during your 2L summer and early legal […]

Olivia SchenkDecember 27, 2023

Animal Justice Club Hosts Second Annual Vegan Thanksgiving

This year’s Vegan Thanksgiving returned bigger and better There are many reasons why individuals may want to reduce their consumption of animal products. Common reasons […]

Christine WangDecember 27, 2023

Movie Review: Five Nights at Freddy’s

Did the film do the franchise justice? Maybe Spoiler-Free Overview As the Faculty of Law’s self-proclaimed Five Nights at Freddy’s (FNAF) connoisseur, it was, of […]

Abbey ButlerDecember 27, 2023

Words of Wisdom From the Craft Beer Club

An interview with club members provides insight into beer, friendship, and life It was a crisp autumn evening on Friday, November 17, when the Craft […]

Carson CookDecember 27, 2023

Reflections on Climate Justice and the Law

Insights on the legal support for climate action within Canada As members of the 2023-2024 Environmental Rights Student Working Group at the David Asper Centre […]

Emily Sarah HeanDecember 27, 2023

November in Music

An overview of the latest and greatest news in music November was a busy month for music lovers, especially for those in the GTA. Many […]

Rebekah KimNovember 1, 2023

New York Summer 2024 Recruit Results

At least 30 U of T students secured work in New York and Buffalo Each year, a significant number of U of T Law students […]

Sooyeon ParkOctober 30, 2023

Toronto 2024-2025 Articling Recruit Results

At least 149 students hired across law schools At least 149 students secured articling positions at 51 employers participating in this year’s Toronto Articling Recruit, […]

Andrew ParkerOctober 30, 2023

Letters From Abroad: The Craft Beer Club’s Toast to Oktoberfest

Raising a stein to Munich’s most anticipated festival Lager is the comfort food of cold beer, often reserved for occasions when one desires something familiar […]

Jeremy JingweiOctober 30, 2023

Torts Illustrated: A Fantasy Hockey Column

Fantasy hockey sleeper picks Disclaimer: Any reliance you place on the information below is strictly at your own risk. Economic (and emotional) losses suffered while […]

Career Development OfficeOctober 30, 2023

Letter From the CDO

 A note of reassurance to 2Ls Dear 2Ls, We were asked by Ultra Vires to write a little something in support of you as we […]

Emily Sarah HeanOctober 30, 2023

October in Music

A highlight of musical releases from October 2023 October 2023 has been another big month in terms of releases in the music industry, with many […]

Michael ChenOctober 15, 2023

Attention Transfer Students

How to make friends when you’re new in town As I reached the three-week mark in my 2L journey at U of T Law, it […]

Emily Sarah HeanOctober 15, 2023

September in Music

A highlight of musical releases in September 2023 September 2023 saw the release of a number of highly anticipated albums spanning various genres. In fact, […]

Manreet BrarOctober 15, 2023

TIFF Review: The Boy and The Heron

Miyazaki’s latest film asks How Do You Live? Note: Contains spoilers. On September 7, the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) opened with Studio Ghibli’s highly […]

Shelby HohmannOctober 15, 2023

Donner Fellowship Recaps

This summer’s Donner Fellows share their experiences and advice Background Funded through a donation from the Donner Canadian Foundation, Donner Civic Leadership Fund Fellowships have […]

Vivian LiOctober 15, 2023

5 Coffee Shops for Your Next Study Date

Get in loser, we’re going for a little treat. Tired of the Starbucks on Bloor? Try these new alternatives instead: 1. The Oats Kafe (31 […]

Erin LeeOctober 15, 2023

U of T Law on Exchange

48 U of T Law students are studying abroad this year This year, 48 U of T Law students are on exchange at 13 partner […]

Abbey ButlerOctober 9, 2023

Beer and Class Pairings to Get You Through the Semester

A boozy start to the school year with the Craft Beer Club Note: Do not consume alcohol during class! That’s what Craft Beer Club and […]

Janice FungApril 3, 2023

Ottawa Summer 2023 General Recruit Numbers

uOttawa dominates with hometown advantage The Ottawa general recruit concluded at the end of February. This year, 36 employers participated in the recruit, an increase […]

Jeffrey LiuApril 3, 2023

Toronto Summer 2023 1L Recruit Numbers

U of T Law students continue to lead the pack The 2023 Toronto 1L recruit resulted in at least 76 students getting hired. Although this […]

Nicolas WilliamsApril 3, 2023

2023 Competitive Mooting Roundup

Another year of excellent performances Adam F. Fanaki Competition Law Moot Mooters: Hudson Manning (4L), Gordon Milne (2L), Edmund Nilson (2L), and Max van der Weerd […]

Nicolas WilliamsApril 3, 2023

Reflections on the 2022–23 Moots

Students share their thoughts on their mooting experiences this year As this year’s competitive mooting season comes to a close, participants and coaches may reflect […]

Fievel LimApril 3, 2023

Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No! It’s Super Shaffer!

Things you may not have known about everyone’s all-time favourite law professor Editor’s Note: Ultra Vires contributed a personalized profile to this year’s law school […]

Melanie VincentApril 3, 2023

Intramural Year in Review

Law teams find success once again! What an incredible year! This past academic year, the Faculty of Law Athletics Association (FLAA) organized 22 intramural teams […]

Harry MylesApril 3, 2023

The Cost of Affordable University Housing

Reports of mold, cockroaches, and other issues in student family housing University Family Housing (UFH) is a cheap, close-to-school option for students with one or […]

Shae RotheryApril 3, 2023

Oh, the Places You’ll Go: Personal Statements from the Class of 2023

A fresh batch of Zoom Law grads coming soon to a firm near you! The world looked a lot different in the fall of 2019 […]

Amy KwongApril 3, 2023

Fit Check: Where Do Women Buy Clothes for the Office?

Dressing for success as a woman in the legal profession In summertime, village cricket is the delight of everyone. Unfortunately for law students, most of […]

Nik KhakharApril 3, 2023

R v Hills: A Case of Proportionality in Sentencing

Six takeaways from the case Nik Khakhar (3L) is Editor at the Criminal Law Students’ Association. In January, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) delivered […]

Jacqueline HuangApril 3, 2023

15 Thoughts on Law Follies 2023

A final review from UV’s resident Follies commentator, circa 2021

Shae RotheryApril 3, 2023

UV Editors-in-Chief: Where Are They Now?

24 volumes and 35 EiCs later… As Harry and I wrap up our tenure as co-Editors-in-Chief, I was inspired to look to the EiCs of […]

Quinn HartwigApril 3, 2023

Wines to Pair with Senioritis

In Vino Veritas As we head into the final stretch of this semester, we at In Vino Veritas find ourselves feeling “senioritis” at an all-time […]

Andrew ParkerApril 3, 2023

In Beer Veritas: More Breweries, More Fun

Three breweries to get you through exam season 3 Brewers272 Yonge Street A hop, skip, and jump away from Yonge-Dundas Square, 3 Brewers is conveniently […]

Natasha BurmanMarch 3, 2023

Toronto Law Schools Compete in 2023 Legal Hackfest

Law students design a technical solution to social media’s fragmented public discourse and underrepresentation of marginalized groups On Saturday, January 21, 70 students from Toronto’s […]

Dominique WightmanMarch 3, 2023

Film Review: The Legacy of John Singleton

A reflection on John Singleton’s filmography Visionary Black director John Singleton tragically passed away on April 28, 2019. Gone too soon at 51 years old, […]

Paul MohanMarch 3, 2023

Black Law Students Across Canada Join Together in Halifax

A personal reflection on the 32nd annual BLSA National Conference On February 16, Black law students from across the country descended on Halifax for the […]

Claire BettioMarch 3, 2023

Gearing Up to Be Goofy! Law Follies Swiftly Approaches

A conversation with Sophie Fu (3L), one of Follies’ fearlessly funny leaders Ultra Vires (UV): For readers who are unfamiliar with Law Follies, would you […]

Fatima AamirMarch 3, 2023

Why U of T Law?

Incoming exchange students share their experiences U of T Law students often complain (rightfully so) about the volume of their readings, their unrelenting schedules, and […]

Alex Foulger-FortMarch 3, 2023

In Beer Veritas: Is It Worth It?

These three pubs are worth it at three different price points It’s the Craft Beer Club’s inaugural Ultra Vires column…and we’re here to answer the […]

Lauren TeixeiraMarch 3, 2023

Criminal Law Twitter: How to Get Started

An introduction to the indispensable tool of the criminal bar On behalf of Criminal Law Students’ Association. For most of us, Twitter is in the […]

Luka KnezevicMarch 3, 2023

Gardiner Museum Review

UV visits our other friendly neighbourhood museum The Gardiner Museum is a ceramics-focused museum located just a three-minute walk from the Faculty of Law. Although […]

Alexia LoumankisMarch 3, 2023

Announcing the Bora Laskin Law Library’s 6th Annual Poetry Contest Winners

Another year of outstanding student poets Our Annual Poetry Contest is one of the library’s favourite initiatives. We love that it encourages creativity and diversion […]

Taylor RodriguesJanuary 30, 2023

Six Things That Will Still Be Illegal After British Columbia “Decriminalizes” Drugs

Possession of common “illegal drugs” will soon be legal for adults in most of British Columbia Starting January 31, 2023, it will be legal for […]

Dominique WightmanJanuary 30, 2023

Film Review: Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)

Stick to doing taxes and laundry I love January. There’s nothing better than smugly scoffing at successful and important film critics’ end-of-year lists. It fuels […]

Sawyer PelosoJanuary 30, 2023

Wines to Get You Through Grade Release

In Vino Veritas Grade release can bring about a wide range of emotions depending on the combination of one’s personality and the stage they are […]

Julia AllenJanuary 30, 2023

Exhibition Review: Kent Monkman’s Being Legendary

Miss Chief Eagle Testickle takes us on a journey through time Being Legendary is an installation of new original paintings by Cree artist Kent Monkman. […]

Natasha BurmanJanuary 30, 2023

Toronto’s Community Legal Clinics: How Can Law Students Get Involved?

U of T students discuss their experiences in community legal clinics and where to find opportunities Looking to get involved with a legal clinic this […]

Alisha KrishnaJanuary 30, 2023

Welcoming Sara Gold

Getting to know the Faculty’s new on-location Accessibility Advisor In October 2022, the Faculty announced that we would be joined by an on-location Accessibility Advisor, […]

Shae RotheryJanuary 30, 2023

Should You Stay or Should You Go?

The pros and cons of studying abroad A few weeks ago, U of T Law’s first batch of outgoing exchange students since the beginning of […]

Caeleb R. GoffJanuary 30, 2023

Living Through Grief in All Its Forms

Sharing lived experience and strategies so you know you are not alone There is something about this time of year—specifically February and March—that I associate […]

Vivienne SternDecember 5, 2022

Food Insecurity Amongst Professional Students and Graduate Students

A call for U of T to help mitigate food insecurity on campus Food insecurity, defined by University of Toronto researchers as the “inadequate or […]

Natasha BurmanDecember 5, 2022

A Guide to De-Stressing Around the City

Go for a massage, attend a yoga class, or try out a new fitness activity to de-stress this month! Winding down from the hectic recruitment […]

Jared BarkmanDecember 5, 2022

Wines to Pair with Your Mother’s Favourite Christmas Songs

In Vino Veritas Understandably, you might believe that playing Christmas music in November is a criminal offence, leading one to reconsider their distaste for capital […]

Dominique WightmanDecember 5, 2022

Film Review: The Visitor (2007)

A tale of human connection and a commentary on systemic racism On Monday, November 14, the Law Film Society screened Tom McCarthy’s The Visitor (2007). […]

Amy KwongDecember 5, 2022

Concert Review: BLACKPINK’s BORN PINK World Tour in Hamilton

After three years, BLACKPINK returns to your area On November 6 and 7, Korean pop (K-pop) girl group BLACKPINK performed at the First Ontario Centre […]

Editor-in-ChiefDecember 5, 2022

The Fate of the LSO Inclusion Index

The Inclusion Index is the latest causality in a war over equity in the LSO On June 28, 2022, the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) […]

Talia WolfeOctober 31, 2022

Book Review: Valley of the Birdtail

A compelling tale of two communities, one on each side of Manitoba’s Birdtail River, living drastically different lives Often, the best way to illustrate patterns […]

Claire BettioOctober 31, 2022

Meet Jessie Kussin, U of T Law’s New On-Location Wellness Counsellor 

Jessie Kussin introduces the various modes of support the On-Location Counselling Program offers to law students U of T Law welcomed Jessie Kussin to the […]

Janice FungOctober 31, 2022

Spooky Season Wines and Movie Pairings

In Vino Veritas With Halloween right around the corner (and 2L recruitment well underway), we are definitely running deep into spooky season. This month, In […]

Luka KnezevicOctober 31, 2022

No Alcohol November?

The sobering statistics behind unhealthy alcohol use in the legal profession and the benefits of going dry for a month Content warning: discussion of substance […]

Rebecca RosenbergOctober 31, 2022

The A.I. Taxman: A U of T Law Movie Premiere

Professor Benjamin Alarie featured on the big screen for U of T Law’s first movie premiere On Thursday, September 29, the U of T Faculty […]

Emily ChuOctober 31, 2022

Classic Album Review: Jeff Buckley, Grace (1994)

Even if alt-rock isn’t your thing, give this 1990s classic a spin—you just might feel something Verdict: Buckley’s vocals and lyricism make Grace an alt-rock […]

Harry MylesOctober 31, 2022

Film Review: Scream (1996)

A classic slasher film to watch this Halloween Confession time. I am not a fan of horror movies, as in I have mostly avoided all […]

Natasha BurmanOctober 31, 2022

Meet Theresa Chan, U of T Law’s New Director of Career Development Programs

How private practice prepared her to effectively support and mentor law students This semester, we welcome Theresa Chan to the Faculty of Law as the […]

Taylor RodriguesOctober 31, 2022

Bill C-5: Drug Decriminalization “Lite”

Bill proposes to encourage non-carceral alternatives for drug offences The Liberal Trudeau government’s Bill C-5 (formerly Bill C-22 in the previous Parliamentary session) is currently […]

Janice FungOctober 31, 2022

2023–24 Toronto Articling Recruitment Results

The 2023–24 recruit sees a significant increase in the number of participating employers and students hired The Toronto 2023–24 Articling Recruit saw an increase in […]

Jeffrey LiuOctober 31, 2022

2023–24 Toronto Articling Recruitment Student Survey Results

Students reflect on their recruit experiences Though Ultra Vires traditionally surveys 2L Toronto recruit experiences, this year we are pleased to publish the results of […]

Yuliya MykhaylychenkoOctober 31, 2022

A Guide on How to “Show Interest” in Criminal Law

Advice from the CLSA for aspiring criminal lawyers While much of 1L consists of simply trying to survive the year, students with an eye on […]

Dominique WightmanOctober 3, 2022

Film Review: Taking on TIFF

A review of Albert Serra’s political thriller, Pacification September 2022 marked the return of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for its 47th edition. From […]

Hussein E. E. FawzyOctober 3, 2022

New York Summer 2023 Recruitment Results

At least 28 U of T students secured work in NYC U of T Law students are no stranger to securing a coveted spot in […]

Claire BettioOctober 3, 2022

Meet Ada Maxwell-Alleyne

A conversation with U of T’s new Assistant Dean, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion This semester, we welcome Ada Maxwell-Alleyne into the Faculty of Law as […]

Claire BettioOctober 3, 2022

U of T Law Welcomes a New Cohort of Exchange Students

A glimpse into the Faculty’s exchange program this term and a chat with one of the visiting students Coming back to school after a summer […]

Natasha BurmanOctober 3, 2022

Law Students Doing Cool Things: Foti Vito on a Summer in The Hague

Promoting international justice at the Office of the Prosecutor at the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Foti Vito is a 2L student […]

Criminal Law Students’ AssociationOctober 3, 2022

A Summer of Criminal Law

Your update on seminal Supreme Court cases Summer tends to have a muting effect on courts, as the Supreme Court closes for the month of […]

Luka KnezevicOctober 3, 2022

An Exit Interview with Neil Dennis, former Director of Career Development Programs 

We will miss you Neil! On August 5, Neil Dennis left his role as the Faculty of Law’s Director of Career Development Programs within the […]

Luka KnezevicOctober 3, 2022

Orientation Recap

Good experience overall, but room for improvement As 1Ls start settling into their doctrinal classes, Ultra Vires asked a few to reflect on their orientation […]

Shae RotheryOctober 3, 2022

U of T Law Goes Global!

Fall 2022 marks the return of outgoing student exchanges at the Faculty After being grounded in Toronto for two academic years, U of T Law […]

Tom RussellOctober 3, 2022

September Patio-Sippers

In Vino Veritas School is back in session and so are we! In Vino Veritas (IVV) is the law school’s wine club, and you can […]

Jennifer SunOctober 3, 2022

Bienvenue à Toronto!

A guide to navigating the city of neighbourhoods Starting a new life in a brand new city is undoubtedly exciting and nerve-racking. Whether you come […]

Annecy PangMarch 31, 2022

Oh, the Places You’ll Go: Personal Statements from the Class of 2022

From a desire to help others to working in litigation  I barely remember 2019, but two years of a pandemic will do that to you. […]

Hussein E. E. FawzyMarch 31, 2022

Toronto Summer 2022 1L Recruitment Results

Highest record of hires to-date with U of T Law retaining top spot The 2022 Toronto 1L recruit was special. According to Ultra Vires recruit […]

Sabrina MacklaiMarch 31, 2022

The Ghosts of UV EiCs Past

The kings are dead, long live the queens! For our final article as Editors-in-Chief of Ultra Vires, Volume 23, we sat down with Matt Brown […]

Shae RotheryMarch 31, 2022

Brunch For Days!

Your guide to brunch in the city Brunch. A quintessential and yet seemingly controversial weekend activity. On the one hand, brunch is a delicious excuse […]

Angela FengMarch 31, 2022

Ottawa Summer 2022 2L Recruit Numbers

University of Ottawa dominates the recruit At least 47 students secured summer positions through the Ottawa Summer 2022 2L Recruit. University of Ottawa dominated the […]

Shae RotheryMarch 31, 2022

“I have eaten a lot of pizza.”

On the record with the Faculty’s resident pizza enthusiast You may know him for his emails about free coffee in the law school, or perhaps […]

Jacqueline HuangMarch 31, 2022

Law Follies 2022 Review

Follies on the big(ger) screen Law Follies is the law school’s annual comedy show written by a group of generally exhausted law students about the […]

Natasha BurmanMarch 31, 2022

Ransomware, Liability, and Regulation: A Rapidly Evolving Legal Problem

What is a lawyer’s role in the wake of a cyberattack? On March 2, the University of Toronto Faculty of Law’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Law […]

Branden CaveMarch 31, 2022

Faculty Council Governance at a Tipping Point

A key opportunity for student and faculty participation in good governance Recorded Lectures. Hard drive access during open-book exams. Improved mental health supports and considerations. […]

Alexia LoumankisMarch 31, 2022

Announcing the Bora Laskin Law Library’s 5th Annual Poetry Contest Winners

Excellent submissions made selecting winners difficult We are always impressed by the creativity and quality of submissions for the Bora Laskin Law Library’s annual Poetry […]

Editor-in-ChiefMarch 31, 2022

Increased Court Transcript Fees Are Symptom of Ontario’s Access to Justice Problem

Additional burdens on marginalized individuals in the criminal justice system Last exam season, University of Toronto law students pleaded with the Faculty to allow students […]

Ryan ShahMarch 31, 2022

Ryan’s Movie Corner

The Finale I am writing this edition of Ryan’s Movie Corner with a heavy heart. This is my final semester of law school—meaning that I […]

Taylor RodriguesMarch 31, 2022

Dueling Drug Decriminalization Bills in Parliament

The edges of Canada’s harsh drug policy are softening There are currently four drug decriminalization bills in Parliament: the Liberal Government’s Bill C-5, Independent Senator […]

Natasha BurmanMarch 31, 2022

Law Students Doing Cool Things: Kirsten Roggeveen on Venture Capital Law

On finding a passion for advising emerging high-growth companies Kirsten Roggeveen is a 4L (JD/MBA) student at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. In […]

Tom RussellMarch 31, 2022

Wines to Get you Past the Finish Line

In Vino Veritas provides some recommendations for those looking to splurge In one final hurrah before the exam season is upon us, IVV splurged on […]

Angela FengMarch 31, 2022

Reflections on the 2021-22 Moots

Students speak out about their experience with this year’s competitive moots As this year’s moots come to a close, we asked students to provide their […]

Jonathan HouMarch 31, 2022

2022 Competitive Mooting Roundup

U of T Law students delivered excellent performances This year, the experiences of mooting participants at U of T Law varied. While some moots were […]

Hussein E. E. FawzyMarch 31, 2022

Toronto 2022-2023 Articling Recruit Numbers

At least 52 students hired across law schools At least fifty-two students secured articling positions in Toronto’s 2022-2023 Articling Recruit. Most hires were from Osgoode […]

Meaza DamteFebruary 28, 2022

Inclusive Excellence? Recent Human Rights Tribunal Application Says Otherwise

Anushay Sheikh applies to the HRTO following dispute with U of T Law The COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on everyone, but especially for folks […]

Harry MylesFebruary 28, 2022

A Journey Inside the Faculty of Law’s Budget

A seven-month investigation into expenses, budgets, and where all the money actually goes  I began researching this article in July 2021. The initial pitch was […]

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