This document provides a summary of Jamie Kopman's qualifications, including her education, legal experience, work experience, and community involvement. She received a Juris Doctor from Bond University in Australia and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University. Her legal experience includes working as a student-at-law for Lori Dubin Barrister and Solicitor and Lobel Law Chambers, focusing on criminal law. She has also volunteered her legal services and been involved with several legal associations and community organizations.
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1. JAMIE KOPMAN – Barrister and Solicitor, J.D, BA (Hons.)
55 Burbank Drive, Thornhill, Ontario, L4J 7T9
Cell: (416) 456-3614 Home: (905) 731-0220 E-mail: jamiekopmancrimlaw@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Bond University, Faculty of Law, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia 2012-2014
Juris Doctor
Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario 2007-2011
Honours, Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies with Business Administration Option, Minor in Psychology
LEGAL EXPERIENCE
Lori Dubin Barrister and Solicitor (2015-2016)
Student-at-Law
Practice focused primarily on criminal law with the addition of family and civil litigation, including employment,
corporate and immigration law.
Acted as agent for Lori Dubin in Ontario Court of Justice on a continuous basis. Addressed adjournments, bail reviews,
requests for initial and further disclosure. Held Judicial and Crown pretrials on behalf of Ms. Dubin.
Researched relevant Criminal Code and Charter sections and case law for accused’s rights with respect to Charter
infringements. Drafted Charter applications for breaches of section 7, 8, 9 and 10 Charter rights.
Successfully obtained variation of bail terms, corresponded with Crown to request further disclosure, negotiated lesser
charges for clients and arranged pre-trial meetings.
Successfully procured withdrawal of charges for possession of Schedule II drugs, prior to matter being set down for
trial.
Conducted Crown pre-trials and Judicial pre-trials with respect to drug offences, driving while impaired and several
assault cases. Addressed Charter issues, witness lists, length of trial and necessity for preliminary hearing. Resulted in
reduction of charge for domestic violence case.
Drafted and filed Statement of Claim and Statement of Defence for wrongful dismissal suit.
Obtained a positive settlement for client’s wrongful dismissal claim.
Prepared research memoranda of disclosure documents for each client’s file.
Lobel Law Chambers (2015-2016)
Part-time/ Per Diem Work
Appeared as agent on behalf of Allan Lobel to adjourn matters, set matters down for trial, set Judicial and Crown pre-
trial meetings and submit documents into court.
Drafted research memoranda to assess culpability of client charged with aggravated assault and burglary
Drafted research memoranda to identify the threshold to bring abuse of process application
Bond University Law Clinic (2014)
Student Advisor
Maintained and controlled individual client files.
Conducted interviews to identify client’s preliminary concerns.
Drafted letters of advice and letters of demand for clients.
Researched consumer rights and remedies against companies.
Advised clients on structuring a business as a sole proprietor, partnership and corporation.
Prepared employment and consumer contracts for small businesses.
Robina Community Legal Centre (2014)
Intake Coordinator
Drafted memorandum to advise clients on rights with respect to police powers and the Criminal Code.
Conducted interviews to identify legal issues and possible solutions to legal concerns.
Researched relevant Queensland legislation to address legal issues in client files.
Addressed property and custody rights of spouses during separation.
Short Punch & Greatorix Lawyers (2014)
Research Assistant
Located and researched relevant sections of the Personal Property and Securities Act (PPSA) and supporting cases and
articles to answer questions for Associates.
Researched case precedents to Stay proceedings for a security interest over goods.
2. JAMIE KOPMAN - Juris Doctor, BA (Hons.)
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Ashurst LLP Client Interview Competition (August 2013)
Identified legal issues with respect to Corporate and Consumer Law and provided preliminary feedback and tasks for
potential clients. Semi-Finalist and Runner up for Top Orator.
Brian Orr Moot Competition (March 2014)
Participant in Constitutional Law Moot Competition. Researched and developed oral arguments with respect to
freedom of speech and the Australian Constitution.
CLSA College Down Under Canadian Moot Competition (June 2014)
Mooted on whether The Law Society of Upper Canada’s decision not to accredit Trinity Western University’s law
program was unconstitutional and an infringement of the right to religious freedom.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Juicy Bits Café, Bond University, QLD (2013-2014)
Successfully worked 20-30 hours a week to pay for tuition while enrolled as a full time law student.
Managed small campus café completing any task necessary to ensure the business continued to operate efficiently.
Included bussing tables, cooking meals and serving customers.
Balanced register at the end of the day and week. Allotted necessary expenditures to pay bills and ensure that produce
and equipment were paid for.
Interacted with customers and clients on a daily basis to maintain day-to-day operation. This resulted in personal
confidence to run a business reliably.
Department Head (Manager) of Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, and Barefooting
Camp Northland B’nai Brith, Haliburton Ontario (2010-2012)
Hired competent and knowledgeable staff to run the program safely and efficiently.
Designed techniques and programs for staff to teach campers basic skills. Increased participation and success of both
staff skills and camper development.
Maintained safe and fun environment resulted in no serious injuries or accidents while emphasizing skill development.
Intramural Ice Hockey Referee-In-Chief (Convenor) (2009-2010) Ball Hockey (2010-2011)
Wilfrid Laurier University
Created a new set of rules and regulations for league to run. Disciplined teams if Code of Conduct or Rules were not
followed. Resulted in an efficient and friendly community to play in.
Developed new rules and game play ideas to make a competitive and friendly environment. Resulted in a 40% increase
in student participation.
Hired competent and unbiased referees and timekeepers.
Constant communication between players and myself created an informed and easily managed league.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE – COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Member of the Following Organisations (2015-2016)
Toronto Lawyers Association, Criminal Lawyers Association, Peel Lawyers Association, LSUC.
Lawyers Feed the Hungry (2016)
Volunteered at the Law Society of Upper Canada, providing meals to homeless and less fortunate individuals
Habitat for Humanity (2007, 2011-2012)
Contributed to the building of homes. Worked with volunteer groups to create a liveable community.