Justice Innovation Blog

A Reflection on the Osgoode Mediation Intensive Clinical Program

Jan 18, 2021

By Andy Zhou I enjoyed my internship at Osgoode Mediation Clinic. As one of the experiential education components of Osgoode Hall Law school, it has offered me a great opportunity to hone my legal skillsets and improve my oral advocacy skills. From this program, I learned how to carry out client intakes at the court […]

Communicating Clearly on Campus (And Beyond!)

Jan 18, 2021

By Deena Gangbar One of my most memorable experiences from this summer was presenting in front of a group of Glendon Campus Students. I presented with my co-worker, Kojo, on managing workplace conflict. The group we were presenting to were all on Glendon student council, and, in previous years, they experienced spurts of conflict in […]

Meeting in the Middle: A Reflection on a Summer Working at the Osgoode Mediation Clinic

Jan 18, 2021

By Kojo Almasi I’m at my desk in the office, eyes squinting against the blue light of my dual-monitor setup when the phone rings. I freeze mid-type and pick up the receiver. Clear my throat. “Osgoode Mediation Clinic, Kojo speaking, how can I help you today?” Then it begins.

A Case for Mediation

Jan 18, 2021

By Michael Dunk One of the cornerstones of the Osgoode Mediation Clinical Program is the opportunity to conduct mediations at the Sheppard Avenue and Brampton Small Claims Courts. Being a student of the program during the past academic year, I attended and conducted mediations at both courthouses. Continuing with the Mediation Clinic over the summer, […]

Where Do We Go from Here? A Celebration, Discussion and Exploration of the Future of Dispute Resolution

Jan 18, 2021

By Jean-Paul Bevilacqua On February 21, 2019, the Winkler Institute for Dispute Resolution hosted a symposium on the future of dispute resolution as a celebration of the Osgoode Mediation Clinic’s 10th anniversary. The symposium, entitled “Where Do We Go from Here? A Celebration, Discussion and Exploration of the Future of Dispute Resolution,” showcased the breadth […]