Nicole Clark
Administrator, Queen's Legal Aid and Queen's Elder Law Clinic
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Blair Hicks
Director, Queen's Elder Law Clinic
Blair Hicks is Director of the Queen’s Elder Law Clinic. She is a veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force, and served as a Search and Rescue Air Navigator for more than 20 years before building a law practice. Blair Hicks received her Juris Doctor (JD) from Western University in London, Ontario, and is trained in mediation, negotiation, and collaborative law.
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Emilie Barrette
Student Caseworker
Emilie is a third-year law student at Queen's Law and is excited to serve as a Student Caseworker with QELC during the academic year. Prior to law school, she spent several years working in the financial and investment sector. She also completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto with a double major in Psychology and Health Studies. In her spare time, she enjoys playing sports, cooking, and camping.
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Gaganvir Bath
Student Caseworker
Gaganvir is a second-year student at Queen's Law and looks forward to working as a student caseworker at QELC. Before attending Queen's, Gaganvir completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science. In his spare time, Gaganvir enjoys hiking, cooking, and hosting gatherings.
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Philippe Beauchamp
Student Caseworker
Philippe Beauchamp recently completed his first year at Queen's Law and is excited to serve clients of the QELC this year as a student caseworker. He graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from the University of Ottawa. Prior to starting law school, he worked in sales and project management roles. In his spare time, he enjoys playing sports, hiking and reading.
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Alex Cardella
Student Caseworker
Alex Cardella is a third-year law student at the Queens University Faculty of Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in history and political science from the University of Toronto. Before starting law school, Alex worked in the non-profit sector, working particularly with estates and trust administration. In his spare time, Alex enjoys hiking, watching or playing sports, or enjoying a good movie.
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Nicholas Casson
Student Caseworker
Nick is a second-year student at Queen's Law, where he currently serves as Vice-President of Activities. He holds an undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Western Ontario. Nick is passionate about giving back to the elderly community, a commitment shaped in large part by his grandmother, who was one of the strongest influences in his life. Outside of his legal studies, he can often be found talking about aviation or spending time with his cat.
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Chelsea Conn
Student Caseworker
Chelsea Conn is in her second year at Queen’s Law and is excited to be a student caseworker with the Queen’s Elder Law Clinic. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology from the University of British Columbia. She has experience supporting older adults and individuals with developmental disabilities in the community. Outside of law school, Chelsea enjoys running along the waterfront, studying at coffee shops, and trying new restaurants in Kingston.
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Maia De Caro
Student Caseworker
Maia De Caro is in her second year at Queen's Law and is looking forward to serving the community with Queen’s Elder Law Clinic. Prior to entering law school, she completed her bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Toronto. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, and going on walks with her dog.
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Waverley DiNova
Student Caseworker
Waverley DiNova is a second-year student at Queen’s Law who looks forward to serving clients in the Kingston community this year. She holds a degree in Political Studies and Sociology from Queen’s University. Prior to law school, Waverley gained experience in real estate, corporate, and litigation practices. Outside of her studies, she enjoys exploring Kingston’s restaurants and cafés and discovering new local spots.
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Hannah Lockwood
Student Caseworker
Hannah Lockwood is a third-year Law Student and is very excited to be working with the Queen's Elder Law Clinic to serve the community as a student caseworker. She received a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Religious Studies and Criminology and did a Certificate in Public Policy and Law at Western University, and has previously worked with the Ministry of the Attorney General. In her spare time, she enjoys watching the Toronto Blue Jays and Kansas City Chiefs with her family, spending time outdoors with her two dogs, and reading.
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Catherine Maddock
Student Caseworker
Catherine Maddock is in her second year at Queen’s Law. She studied public health at the University of Waterloo, specializing in gerontology, where she developed her passion for working with older adults. In her free time, she enjoys swimming, spending time with friends and family, and listening to music.
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Sydney Margarit
Student Caseworker
Sydney is a 2L at Queen's Law with a background in criminal justice and community-based justice services. Before attending law school, Sydney worked at a non-profit supporting vulnerable individuals in navigating the criminal justice system through facilitating various programs for justice-involved youth and adults. She is excited about the opportunity to be a part of the Queen's Elder Law Clinic this year.
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Lauren McIlroy
Student Caseworker
Lauren is a second-year student at Queen's Law and is excited to support the QELC's clients this year. Prior to law school, Lauren completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto. This past summer, she worked as a summer student at a full-service law firm in Toronto. In her spare time, she enjoys walking along the Kingston waterfront and taking pilates classes.
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Tamar Patel
Student Caseworker
Tamar is an upper year student at Queen's Law. Before attending Queen's Law, she graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology. In her spare time she enjoys walking with her dogs, cooking and baking. Tamar is looking forward to working with clients at the Queen's Elder Law Clinic this year.
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Emily Scremin
Student Caseworker
Emily Scremin is in her second year at Queen’s Law and is excited to serve the community with Queen’s Elder Law Clinic as a student caseworker. She has a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Life Sciences from Queen’s University. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new restaurants, reading, and going for walks with her dog.
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Emma Webb-Mueller
Student Caseworker
Emma Webb-Mueller is a second-year law student at Queen's University Faculty of Law acting as a Student Caseworker for the QELC. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology and minors in Sociology and Religious Studies from Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick. In her free time, Emma enjoys walking along the Kingston waterfront, watching scary movies, and spending time with her friends and family.
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Connor Young
Student Caseworker
Connor Young is a second-year law student at Queen’s University and a Student Caseworker with the Queen’s Elder Law Clinic. Before law school, he completed a specialization in Psychology at Western University. At Queen’s Law, Connor has been involved in a range of academic and extracurricular activities, including the International Business Law Program, mooting, and various student clubs, such as the Queen’s Law Cancer Society.
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