Savannah is in her third year of the JD program at Western Law and has been involved with WIPILC since starting law school. She is particularly interested in copyright, trademark and brand protection, and enjoys exploring how creative industries like fashion, entertainment and gaming intersect with IP. Her work experience includes court reporting at the Ontario and Superior Courts of Justice. In her spare time, Savannah enjoys ice skating, playing the piano and catching up on reality TV.

Maayan is a second year JD student at Western law who has been with the Clinic since his 1L year. Prior to law school, he earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Toronto, with a double major in the History & Philosophy of Science and Technology and in Book & Media studies. He then completed his MA at the University of Toronto, which was funded by the CGS-M award (SSHRC). His interest in IP emerged from his research experience in the history of technology, through which he developed a passion for examining the interaction between technological innovation and the law. Outside of law school, he enjoys playing musical instruments, solving crosswords, spending time in nature and reading.

Hannah is in her third year of the JD program at Western Law. She holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Certificate in Law from Queen’s University. Her interest in intellectual property law began during her time at Queen’s, where she explored issues of IP protection in the pharmaceutical sector. Through the Certificate in Law program, she deepened her understanding of the intersection between science and law, which sparked her legal journey. Outside of her studies, Hannah enjoys spending time with her dog and travelling.

Stephanie is in her third year of the JD program at Western Law. She earned her Honours Bachelor of Science with a specialization in Neuroscience from McMaster University as well as a Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences from Western University. Her interest for intellectual property stemmed from a course taken in her Master’s on IP and the Commercialization of Scientific Technology. She has a strong interest in knowledge translation from scientists to the public, working with novel research, and advocating for inventors. Outside of law school, Stephanie enjoys reading and travelling.

Armaan is in his second year of the JD Program at Western Law. Prior to law school, he earned a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Toronto, double majoring in Peace, Conflict, and Justice, and Political Science. His interest in intellectual property was first sparked by exploring artist rights issues in the entertainment industry, and was further deepened through his first-year property law course. Outside of school, Armaan loves to travel, try new food places, and cheer on the Blue Jays.

Emma is in her second year of the JD program at Western Law. Prior to law school, she earned an Honours Bachelor of Health Studies from York University, where her academic and professional experiences fostered a strong interest in the intersection of health, innovation, and law. Her interest in intellectual property emerged through her work on AI diagnostic models designed for hospital use, where she became increasingly aware of the legal frameworks governing technological advancement in healthcare. In her free time, Emma enjoys travelling, cultivating plants, and exploring new coffee shops.

Paul is in his second year of the JD program at Western Law. Prior to starting law school, he earned his Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from McMaster University. His first exposure to intellectual property law was during a course in his final year where he designed a wearable technology to help measure and improve a player’s golf swing. Working closely with his professor, he became aware of the vital role of intellectual property law in supporting new research and technology. In his free time Paul is an avid Formula 1 fan and enjoys travelling, skiing and playing golf.

Aidan is in his second year of the JD program at Western Law. Prior to law school, he earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto where he double majored in both Criminology and Sexual Diversity Studies.

After completing his undergraduate studies, Aidan worked at a non-profit focused on driving systemic change in criminal sentencing, where he collaborated with criminal defence lawyers.

His interest in Intellectual Property grows out of a longstanding fascination with the entertainment industry, particularly the IP issues that arise in television, video games, and social media, and how they protect creativity and shape brand identity.

Outside of work, Aidan enjoys fitness, video games, and cooking elaborate recipes that take far longer than they should.

Gabrielle is a second-year JD student at Western Law. Before law school, she earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts in the Bioethics Specialist program at the University of Toronto. Her academic background introduced her to advances in medicine and health care and sparked her interest in intellectual property law, particularly how it protects inventions and encourages innovation. In her free time, Gabrielle enjoys discovering restaurants and cafés in different cities, reading thriller novels, and attending live music events.

Nohadra is a second-year JD student at Western Law. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Translational and Molecular Medicine from the University of Ottawa, where she focused her research on 3D bioprinting. Her interest in intellectual property law arose through her research, where questions of protection and ownership emerged. Outside of law school, Nohadra enjoys travelling and trying new activities.

Tiana is a second-year JD student at Western University. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences from Western University and a certificate in Health Research Methodology from McMaster University. She co-authored research on COVID-19 vaccine deployment across Africa, which sparked her interest in intellectual property law. Her interest in intellectual property is focused on health innovations and improving access to healthcare technology. Outside of law school, Tiana enjoys pilates, cooking new recipes, and going to cafes.

Adam is in his first year of the combined JD and BESc program at Western University. Prior to law school, Adam completed three years of study in mechatronic systems engineering at Western, along with a 16-month co-op at GE Vernova. During his co-op, he became interested in intellectual property through his exposure to engineering design, manufacturing processes, and the technologies behind power generation. He is particularly interested in how intellectual property law applies to new technologies in the energy sector. Outside of his studies, Adam enjoys playing piano, golfing, running, and mountain biking.

Alex is in his first year of the JD program at Western Law, having previously earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Western University. His interest in intellectual property emerged through his work as a Legal Research Analyst, where he examined name, image, and likeness (NIL) legislation, collective bargaining agreements in professional sports, and the right of publicity. Formerly a Senior Sports Editor, Alex brings strong investigative research and collaborative leadership to his legal studies. He is particularly interested in the intersection of IP, contractual rights, and licensing. Outside of law school, Alex is a huge horror movie buff, an enthusiastic cook, and a loyal Miami Dolphins fan.

Claudia is in her first year of the JD program at Western Law. Prior to law school, she completed her Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences at McMaster University and her Master of Science in Women+ and Children’s Health Sciences at the University of British Columbia. She has five years of experience in academic and clinical research environments supporting complex health research studies. This experience fostered an interest in exploring the intersection of the law, health innovation and data governance. In her spare time, Claudia loves spending time outdoors hiking and reading fiction novels.

Ketan is a first-year student in the JD Program at Western Law. Prior to law school, he completed two years of Honours Health Sciences at Queen's University before transferring to the Ivey Business School at Western University, where he earned an Honours Business Administration (HBA). His interest in intellectual property was first sparked through his experience working with deep tech startups, where he saw how central IP protection is to turning research and innovation into viable businesses. Outside of school, Ketan loves cooking for friends and family, watching movies, and is a lifelong FC Barcelona fan.

Michelle is a first-year JD student at Western Law, having previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Queen’s University. Her interest in intellectual property law developed through her experiences studying health and life sciences as well as working as a fashion product developer. Michelle is particularly interested in the intersection of intellectual property, fashion, and emerging technologies, and in helping creators and businesses protect their ideas and innovations. Outside of law school, she enjoys fashion, fitness, and travelling.

Zachary is a first-year JD student at Western Law. He holds a Bachelor of Medical Sciences and a Master’s in Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences from Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, where his research included a scoping review of the dental pulp extracellular matrix. His interest in intellectual property began in a graduate IP course, where he worked on an E. coli detection technology developed at Robarts Research Institute and saw how much of a discovery’s path out of the lab depends on how it is protected. He is particularly interested in patents and the commercialization of health and life sciences innovation. Outside of law school, Zachary loves playing and watching sports, reading, and hiking.