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Professional lawyer and humanist with over 5 years experience in labour law at both national and international levels. Proven aptitude in research and handling difficult cases. Passionate about social justice and international development. Can relocate easily. |
 Contact Geneviève Lafond
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Area of Expertise: |
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Government, Governance, Reforms
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Human Rights, Law, Migration, Conflicts, Justice
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
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Private Sector, Social Enterprise, Corporate Social Responsibility
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Professional Experience: |
I am currently a lawyer for a major union in Canada (CSN). I litigate and mediate labour related cases. Prior to obtaining this position, I was a union adviser for the same organisation where I had the responsibility of advising local unions strategically and legally as well as negotiating collective agreements.
I did my Quebec Bar required internship at the department of social security of the Intenational Labour Bureau (BIT). I then obtained a contract with the BIT staff union.
While undergoing my Master's degree, I was a clerk to the judges of the Special Court for Sierra Leone. I also did a fellowship with the Institute of Health and Social Policy of McGill University which involved field research in Brasil to document the impacts of a federal government program called Bolsa Familia.
Through the course of my studies, I was a research assistant to three professors of law.
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Education: |
Called to the Quebec Bar in 2013.
Master of Laws from McGill University (Montreal) obtained in 2011. My thesis focused on legal avenues to eradicate sweatshops, exploring both international and domestic tools.
Bachelor of Law from Université de Montréal obtained in 2003.
Basic French Law Certificate from Université de Paris II (Panthéon-Assas) obtained in 2002.
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Available for: |
- Consulting assignments
- Job opportunities
- Being headhunted – make me an offer
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Years of Experience:
5-10 years |
Highest Qualification:
Masters |
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
Nationality:
Canada
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