Shahene Patel Email & Phone Number

Toronto, On, Ca

- Conducted legal research and analysis and produced legal memoranda for supervising lawyers on a wide array of practice areas such as Aboriginal law, employment law, human rights, and civil litigation- Supported client intake, litigation, and drafting of legal documents such as by-laws, regulatory complaints, affidavits, FOI requests and motion materials to assist the firm in serving people and groups that face systemic discrimination, particularly Indigenous people(s)

- Supporting staff lawyers by conducting legal research and gaining experience drafting legal documents such as contracts, memos, and affidavits including legal correspondence- Brainstorming legal education and outreach initiatives, such as presentations, workshops, as well as participating in and leading public legal education sessions

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

- Conducted legal research to better inform decision-maker’s and facilitators investigation, decision and/or remedy on a human rights complaint- Examples of research include the use of restorative justice or alternative dispute resolution processes on sexual violence cases and the use of racial slurs in the workplace contributing to a toxic work environment- Supported client intake to inform complainants on the complaint resolution process and of the Sexual Violence Policy and the… Show more - Conducted legal research to better inform decision-maker’s and facilitators investigation, decision and/or remedy on a human rights complaint- Examples of research include the use of restorative justice or alternative dispute resolution processes on sexual violence cases and the use of racial slurs in the workplace contributing to a toxic work environment- Supported client intake to inform complainants on the complaint resolution process and of the Sexual Violence Policy and the Discrimination and Harassment Prevention Policy Show less

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

- Analyzed and conducted landscape studies on quantitative data related to labour market, immigration, and workforce development including preparing policy submissions for public consultations- Monitored policy and legislation relevant to migration in Canada, international students, and skilled immigrant labour market integration- Provided analysis and advice to the Managing Director, identify trends, developments and opportunities on relevant issues and policies

Toronto, Canada Area

- Oversaw $10 million of the organization’s government revenue and grant application submission for operational activities and various TIFF programming- Advised Senior Management leaders, under the direction of the VP, Advancement, on policies and announcements as they pertain to the arts, culture, and film industry- Collaborated during TIFF’s major Festival in September with government stakeholders such as the City of Toronto, Ontario Arts Council, Telefilm Canada and Ontario Creates

Toronto, Canada Area

Waterloo, Canada

- Compiled thorough research under the supervision of Dr. Marie-Claire Cordonier Segger to create a set of policy recommendations for Global Affairs Canada - Analyzed Canada’s role in advancing international law to support achievement of the SDGs and the Paris Agreement in MENA, which is potentially in jeopardy due to the increasing risks that climate change will have on this region

Toronto/Kitchener, Ca

- Analyzed the ethical implications of emerging technologies, including AI on business conduct, public policy, society, and the economy with particular interest in accountability mechanisms, government regulation, ethical leadership, and inclusive business methods - Provided a policy lens on AI's relationship with consent, privacy regulations, and the law as well as meeting the challenges faced by unconscious bias and inequality

Ottawa, Canada Area

Department Of Political Science

Toronto, Canada Area

Toronto, Canada Area

Doctor Of Law - Jd

Master Of Arts (Hons.), Global Governance At The Balsillie School Of International Affairs

Bachelor Of Arts (Hons.), Political Science And English