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Spring 2011

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The transgender lawyers in the big fi rms on Bay Street. But even just three years ago, it was very diffi cult to get any LGBT lawyers to speak on the record. We eventually found a few associates at large fi rms, not on Bay Street, to willingly talk about their experiences, but it was a tough slog. How things have changed. For the cover story of this issue of Canadian Lawyer I 4Students, we found LGBT groups at almost every university, more law students and young lawyers willing to talk about their experiences and decisions they made about coming out, and just generally more openness. Th is, in my opinion, is both good for the profession as a whole but for individual lawyers in particular. Everyone works better, more effi ciently, and is more productive when they are comfortable in their own skin and not forced to hide such a big part of their life. Gay and lesbian lawyers have been in the profession, I imagine, as long as there have been lawyers but overall the legal profession is now more accepting, even welcoming, say some of those inter- viewed for "Cheers for queers." It's good to see. And while everyone is feeling more comfortable, we've got some great tips on how to make the most out of your articling term in "Become an articling superstar." And once you've succeeded as a bright light during your articles, keep in mind the "10 things you re- ally need to know to practise law," which they don't teach you in law school. And if you're thinking of becoming a judge down the road, take heed of our "Tips from the top." Th is issue also has some great artistic talent including actor and law student Lwam Ghebrehariat, who is this issue's student profi le, and some great photography from the University of Ottawa's Maria Gergin on our Student's Page. As always, we appreciate any feedback on our articles or ideas for upcoming issues. As well, be sure to check out our weekly story updates online at canadianlawyermag. com/4Students. 4STUDENTS Group Publisher: Karen Lorimer Editorial Director: Gail J. Cohen Staff Writer: Robert Todd Copy Editor: Heather Gardiner Editorial Intern: Olivia D'Orazio Art Director: Bill Hunter Account Co-ordinator: Catherine Giles Canadian Lawyer 4Students is published twice a year by Thomson Reuters Canada Ltd. All rights reserved. Contents may not be reprinted without written permission. The opinions expressed in articles are not necessarily those of the publisher. Information presented is compiled from sources believed to be accurate, however, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. 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