Tomilola Adebiyi
Director, Queen's Business Law Clinic/Adjunct Lecturer, Law 204 (Online)
Tomilola Adebiyi brings an ideal background to the clinic with relevant training and experience in addition to her belief in our mission to serve the students and the local business community.
Sessional Instructor
Staff
Lynn Desforges
Program Administrator
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Ava Afshar
Student Caseworker
Ava holds a Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies with an Honours Specialization in Human Resource Management and a Minor in French Studies from Western University. She is currently pursuing her Juris Doctor at Queen’s University, where she has been involved in the Intellectual Property Law Club and Queen’s Legal Aid Clinic. Professionally, Ava has held roles across the federal government, including as a Labour Relations Advisor at Women and Gender Equality Canada, where she also supported Canada’s largest class action lawsuit as a Discovery Coordinator.
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Maxym Artus
Student Caseworker
Maxym is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Social Science from York University. At Queen’s Law, Maxym serves as President of both the Mergers & Acquisitions Association and the International Law Club. This past summer, Maxym worked as a Summer Student at Stikeman Elliott LLP, where he gained experience in legal research, drafting memoranda, reviewing contracts, and supporting complex corporate transactions.
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Zeeshan Asim
Student Caseworker
Zeeshan Asim is a third-year student at Queen's Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Queen's University, where his interest in business and community development began. Throughout his undergraduate studies and law school, Zeeshan volunteered for a non-profit organization supporting community-based programs and the legal system in Kingston. During his first two years at Queen's Law, Zeeshan was a member of the Securities and Mergers and Acquisitions clubs, as well as a legal researcher for the Conflicts Analytics Lab.
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Chloe Asselstine
Student Caseworker
Chloe Asselstine is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University, where she developed a strong interest in community development and supporting local enterprises. Before law school, Chloe volunteered with Brain Cancer Canada while gaining professional experience at leading accounting firms and Canadian banks. At Queen’s, she participated in the inaugural Queen’s Law Mooting Society moot, supported interfaculty initiatives like the Queen’s MedLaw Games, and engaged in student mentorship programs.
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Nicole Berezin
Student Caseworker
Nicole is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law and holds a degree in Political Science from Queen’s University. This past summer, she gained cross-border experience in American and Canadian business law, earning first-hand insight into the legal and practical challenges of starting new businesses. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, practicing Pilates, and exploring new restaurants.
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Nathalie Bettger
Research Assistant
Nathalie is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Western University, where she developed an interest in social justice. During her first year, Nathalie was a student volunteer with Pro Bono Students Canada where she worked on the inaugural Artists’ Legal Rights Project, which provided resources and information regarding intellectual property rights and AI to the local artist community. Over the summer, Nathalie participated in the Queen’s International Law Program where she studied International Business Law.
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Olivia Butzelaar
Student Caseworker
Olivia is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the UBC Sauder School of Business, specializing in marketing and concentrating in business law. Olivia has gained experience working with two of Vancouver’s top real estate developers, where she was involved with their branding and in-house legal teams. Last year, Olivia volunteered as a caseworker for Pro Bono Students Canada, where she provided information on compliance in digital marketing to small business owners in Kingston.
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Ashley Condari
Student Leader
Ashley is a 3L Student Mentor at the Queen’s Business Law Clinic. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Queen’s University, where she developed a background in mathematics that fostered her interest in business and intellectual property law. Having previously served the Kingston community, Ashley is passionate about giving back while supporting and mentoring incoming students.
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Megan Coulter
Student Caseworker
Megan Coulter is a second-year student at Queen’s University Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) from McGill University and a Master of Arts in history from the University of Toronto, where her commitment to serving others began. Before law school, Megan obtained an Accelerated Law Clerk Diploma from Seneca Polytechnic. She gained practical legal experience during her co-op at Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP and later worked as a Legal Assistant at Aird & Berlis LLP.
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Connor Cutler
Student Caseworker
Connor is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) degree and a Bachelor of Science: Computer Science (Honours) degree from Wilfred Laurier University, where his interest in solution-based support for businesses began. Prior to law school, Connor worked at a software engineering firm and as a server in downtown Toronto, supporting clients and tending to their needs. During his first year at Queen’s, Connor was a representative for the Queen’s Law Ski Club and a member of the Queen’s Law Hockey team.
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David Hamburg
Student Caseworker
David is a second-year student at Queen’s University Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Western University. Before law school, David worked at a fintech company, where he gained experience in regulatory compliance, financial technology, and contract management. At Queen’s, he has served on the Term Adjunct Appointments Committee and is actively involved in student governance and extracurricular activities.
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Ken Ibeanusi
Student Caseworker
Ken is a second-year law student at Queen’s University. He completed his undergraduate studies in Anthropology at McMaster University, where his interest in learning about and working with people from diverse backgrounds first developed. At Queen’s, he serves as Vice President of the Black Law Students’ Association and as a representative on the Competition Law Club. Ken has a broad interest in business law and is eager to develop that interest through practical experience.
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Nan Ma
Student Caseworker
Nan is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University, where she developed an interest in working with small businesses. Prior to law school, Nan worked in specialty insurance, where she helped build coverage for businesses across various sectors. During her first year at Queen’s, Nan was a volunteer at the Queen’s Legal Aid Clinic, a member of the Queen’s Law Games team, and winner of Best Respondent in the Competition Law Mini-Moot.
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Erik Mayer
Student Leader
Erik is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Science from McMaster University, where his interest in problem-solving first developed. Before law school, he worked as a research assistant at Johns Hopkins, publishing on the link between nervous system dysfunction and rare diseases. At Queen’s, he served as an executive with the Corporate Law Club and spent his summer as a student caseworker at the Business Law Clinic, developing a passion for supporting start-ups, small businesses, and non-profits.
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Jessica Meleca
Student Caseworker
Jessica is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree from Queen’s University, where her drive to engage with the Kingston community first began. Her experience working for a start-up company sparked her interest in supporting non-profit organizations, start-ups, and small businesses, while strengthening her commitment to community involvement.
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Nick Rallis
Student Leader
Nick is a third-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University, where he developed his interest in business transactions and entrepreneurship. Prior to law school, Nick worked at Wharton Capital Holdings, supporting small-scale M&A transactions, and later joined a top Bay Street law firm, where he gained experience in large commercial deals. At Queen’s, he has served as President of the Venture Law Club, leading initiatives that connected law students with the business and start-up community.
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Adam Rotstein
Student Caseworker
Adam Rotstein is currently a third-year law student at Queen’s law, having recently completed his studies at the Ivey Business School. This past summer, he gained valuable experience as a summer student at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP. Before beginning law school, Adam worked as a financial analyst and served as a section head at an overnight summer camp. He is deeply committed to volunteer work and, in his spare time, enjoys running, travelling, and listening to podcasts.
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Moïse Ruch
Student Caseworker
Moïse Ruch is a second-year student at Queen’s University Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria, where he majored in Political Science and minored in Business. Moïse is deeply committed to community service and has volunteered with various projects throughout his studies. He currently volunteers as a tutor for first-year law students and serves as Secretary-Treasurer of the Law Students’ Society. He is excited to continue serving his community and supporting businesses in Kingston.
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Tirazheh Sabouri-Yazdi
Student Caseworker
Tirazheh is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Science from York University and a Master of Management degree from the Schulich School of Business. Prior to law school, Tirazheh worked at Scotiabank for over eight years, where she gained extensive experience in client relations, team leadership, and navigating complex financial operations.
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Javahir Saidov
Research Assistant
Javahir Saidov is a second-year student at Queen’s Law and a Project Intern with the Queen’s Business Law Clinic. He is helping launch the Clinic’s new IP walk-in initiative, building partnerships and coordinating training and workshops for student caseworkers. He is also a caseworker with Queen’s Legal Aid, where he received the McDougall-Watson Memorial Award for outstanding service in his 1L year. Outside school, Javahir works in the Litigation Management Branch at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, supporting court submissions and process improvements on high-value files.
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Shane Samson
Student Leader
Shane Samson is a 2nd year Queen’s Faculty of Law student, who worked at the Queen’s Business Law Clinic over the 2025 summer. Shane completed his Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree at McMaster University and has 3 years of experience in the insurance industry. Shane has an interest in corporate law, tax law, and sports law. Building on the knowledge and experience he gained over the summer, Shane looks to continue his involvement in the Kingston community by supporting and guiding new students by sharing his insights and expertise.
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Eva Sukhija
Student Caseworker
Eva is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She earned her Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance from the University of Guelph, where she developed a strong foundation in business and community development. Prior to law school, Eva worked in the agricultural sector as a commodity trader, facilitating transactions between farmers and end users. This past summer, she gained legal experience at a clinic where she assisted clients with housing matters, including drafting review applications and negotiating settlements.
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Sydney Turack
Student Caseworker
Sydney is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience from the University of Guelph and conducted research with the Einstein Lab at the University of Toronto, where she further developed her interest in closing knowledge gaps for marginalized groups. Her professional experience includes consulting for independent fashion designers, leading retail teams, and supporting community organizations such as Hope House Guelph.
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Mehrshad Vahdat
Student Caseworker
Mehrshad is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Toronto. Prior to law school, Mehrshad was active in community-based initiatives, coordinating youth programming and service projects with local organizations in the Greater Toronto Area. He looks forward to supporting start-ups and small businesses in Kingston through his work at the Queen’s Business Law Clinic.
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Galiya Vendrov
Student Caseworker
Galiya Vendrov is a JD/Bcom candidate at Queen’s University, currently enrolled in the dual-degree joint program with the Faculty of Law and the Smith School of Business. She brings an interdisciplinary background in consulting, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Prior to law school, she held internship roles within a professional services firm and a Canadian bank. She also has a unique entrepreneurship journey and founded a youth-focused non-profit organization. During the summer, Galiya was a summer student at a full-service law firm in Toronto.
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Vivian Wei
Student Caseworker
Vivian is a second-year law student at Queen’s University. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of British Columbia, where she specialized in finance. Prior to law school, Vivian worked in client-facing roles in various sectors, including technology. In her first year at Queen’s Law, Vivian volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada at the Conflict Analytics Lab and contributed to the development of OpenJustice AI. Over the summer, she participated in the International Law Program, where she studied international commercial law and trade law.
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Sierra Wild
Student Caseworker
Sierra is a second-year JD student at Queen’s University Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Studies and a Certificate in Law from Queen’s University. Sierra has volunteered throughout the Kingston community, serving as a peer mentor, student volunteer with Pro Bono Students Canada, and a foster parent for the Kingston Humane Society. This summer, Sierra was a Research Assistant to Professor Nicolas Lamp, where she proofread and copyedited the manuscript of a recently published book about dispute settlement in the World Trade Organization.
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Nathan Wong
Student Caseworker
Nathan is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University, where his interest in government and fostering community engagement began. Prior to law school, Nathan worked at a law firm that focused on business/corporate law. His time at the firm developed his interest in supporting local small businesses and non-profit organizations, while consolidating his passion for community involvement.
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Janet Zewudia
Student Caseworker
Janet is a second-year student at Queen’s Faculty of Law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Waterloo, where her interest in assisting small businesses began. Prior to law school, Janet worked at a tax law firm, supporting small businesses across Canada with their tax disputes. During her first year at Queen’s, Janet was an active member of the Queen’s chapter of the Black Law Students Association. This past summer, she returned to the tax law firm as a summer student, where she advocated for the tax rights of both individuals and businesses.
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