The Significance of Mentorship
Relocating to a foreign country and stepping into a new job market can be an anxiety-inducing and bewildering endeavor. As an NCA graduate who has pursued law studies in both the UK and USA, and secured an articling position in Canada, I am well aware of the challenges of navigating closed legal markets and the immense value that mentorship can bring!
Without the guidance of my mentor, I would have likely missed crucial recruitment deadlines, and my job applications would have been lackluster and ineffective due to my limited understanding of how to present my international experience and align it with what Canadian firms seek in student applicants (which, by the way, differs significantly from UK Law firms!).
Having a seasoned local lawyer to steer me through the legal licensing and job application processes, or simply provide a word of encouragement, made all the difference between feeling isolated and disheartened and embracing the exciting challenge of transplanting my legal career to Canada. It becomes even more advantageous when your mentor comprehends the unique challenges and obstacles that internationally trained lawyers face. That's precisely why NCA Tutor™ has launched the Mentorship Program, enlisting a team of mentors who have been in your shoes—entering the Canadian legal market with a wealth of international experience and a vague roadmap on how to re-qualify in this new jurisdiction.
NCA students who have been matched with mentors from the NCA Tutor™ Mentorship program have expressed nothing but praise for the invaluable support they have received!"
"Being able to connect with a lawyer in the community who had completed the same NCA process as I did was extremely beneficial. I was able to get some valuable insight into the legal industry, including types of firms that align with my goals and what online forums lawyers use to find employment opportunities. Even after meeting with my mentor, where he took time to review my resume, he continued to send me job listings as well as offer advice to assist with my transition. Having someone in your corner during this transition period, and throughout your legal career, is paramount to success. I highly recommend the mentorship program to all NCA students!" – Gina R. 2020 Mentee."
Whether you are a new immigrant or a Canadian coming back home, getting a mentor can help you efficiently navigate the NCA and licensing process that lays ahead as well as the Canadian legal job market. If you are interested in being mentored, you can apply today on the NCA Tutor website.
Best wishes!
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