Melissa is an associate in the Corporate Group of our Toronto office. She completed her JD/MBA at Osgoode Hall and the Schulich School of Business. Prior to law school, she obtained an Honours Bachelor of Arts (with Distinction) from the University of Victoria in Sociology and Business Administration. Internationally, Melissa has completed studies in Japan, Chile, Argentina, and Australia. Alongside her studies at Osgoode, Melissa served as a member of the Osgoode Hall Admissions Committee, as well as a Senior Editor for the Osgoode Hall Law Journal. Melissa also participated in several advocacy competitions throughout law school, including representing Osgoode at the Julius Alexander Isaac Moot.
Representative Work
- IntelliCulture
IntelliCulture in its $3.5 million Series Seed II Round
IntelliCulture in its $3.5 million Series Seed II Round
Awards and Recognition
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Vikes Leadership Award (2018)
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Dean’s Entrance Award (2020)
Community Involvement
- The Osgoode Venture Capital Clinic, Caseworker (2021-2022)
- The Black Law Students’ Association of Canada, Director of Communications & Conference Coordinator (2020-2022)
Speaking and Writing
Published Work
“A Commercial Law of Privacy and Security for the Internet of Things by”, Osgoode Hall Law Journal, Volume 59, Issue 3, October 24, 2023
Credentials
Education
- Osgoode Hall, JD
- Schulich School of Business, MBA
- University of Victoria, BA (Hons)
Languages
- English
