Leadership
Where law meets leadership
At U of T Law, we equip students not only to become world-class lawyers, but also Canada’s next generation of leaders across disciplines and professions. Building on the rigour of our exceptional academic program, our leadership programs prepare students to drive positive change in a rapidly evolving world.
Our leadership offerings help students grow into confident, purpose-driven professionals. Our Leadership Skills Program builds practical skills for success, Lawyers Doing Cool Things connects students with inspiring alumni, Rotman@Law provides foundational business skills, and our strong mentorship culture provides guidance and support. Together, these opportunities prepare students to excel as lawyers and leaders in every field.
Launched in 2017-18, Rotman@Law is an exciting collaboration between the Faculty of Law and the Rotman School of Management that gives law students access to three pre-MBA online courses in accounting, finance and statistics. Featuring some of Rotman’s top instructors, these courses are designed to provide students who have little or no business education with an easy-to-grasp introduction to basic concepts and skills. They are also useful refreshers for others.
Success in the legal profession requires more than academic strength. Employers seek students who can communicate ideas, collaborate with diverse teams, and navigate conflict in fast-paced, complex environments—whether your path leads to the UN, a start-up, a not-for-profit, government, in-house practice, or a downtown firm. Our Leadership Skills Program offers innovative, expert-led workshops designed to build the leadership skills essential for professional success—preparing you to move from stellar law student to respected summer student, articling student, and lawyer.
A law degree opens countless doors—but what does that really mean? This program showcases inspiring alumni and special guests who have used their JDs to forge diverse and meaningful career paths. Through a series of conversations, leaders in the profession share the “cool” work they’re doing, the big issues they’re tackling, and how their legal education prepared them to make an impact.
Mentorship at the Faculty of Law is a catalyst for leadership and professional growth. Mentors strengthen skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, while mentees gain guidance, encouragement, and access to diverse career insights. These relationships build confidence, expand networks, and foster the judgment and leadership capacity students carry into their roles as advocates, policymakers, and community leaders.