Event Description
FACL BC will be hosting a moderated panel discussion, "Securing a Job Outside the OCI Process," on November 22nd at 12:30PM. The panel will be facilitated remotely to increase accessibility and is aimed at supporting students who chose not to apply for OCIs or did not secure a position through them.
Meet our Speakers
Zheng-Yi Ong is a member of Garfinkle Biderman LLP’s commercial and securities group, focusing on capital markets and mergers and acquisitions. Before joining Garfinkle Biderman, Zheng-Yi articled at Harper Grey LLP while serving on FACL BC’s Board of Directors and, worked at Fortis BC during the summer prior to 3L.
Jim Wu is the Litigation Lead at Forte Law, where he brings extensive expertise in employment law, honed through years running his own practice. Jim was recognized as a 2023 Rising Star by Lexpert and received the CBABC Diversity Award. Previously, he articled at Wallace M. Wong and Co. Barristers and Solicitors and served on FACL BC’s board of directors.
Jennifer Lau is a Career Advisor for Graduate Studies at Allard Law, and has held various roles at Allard, including the Director of Career Services. Jennifer has a background in litigation and experience as a judicial law clerk at the BC Supreme Court. Jenn is also a founding board member of FACL BC and previously served as Director of Professional Resources at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP, where she managed student recruitment and development.
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