Had to drop in and share my experience with Jared Smith, who's legit one of the best legal minds I've had the pleasure of working with. Our first meet-up was at his office downtown, right by the courthouse - super convenient for all the back and forth that case prep involves. Jared's got this knack for making complex legal stuff seem straightforward, which honestly took a huge load off my shoulders.

The case we were dealing with wasn't easy – a messy business dispute with a lot of moving parts and some pretty high stakes. Jared was all over it, though. His approach was hands-on, and he was constantly updating me with where things stood, what our next moves were, and how he planned to tackle the opposition's arguments.

What really stood out to me was this one time we had to prep for a major hearing. Jared arranged a mock session in one of those conference rooms overlooking the park – you know, the big green space in the middle of the city. It was a full-on rehearsal, with Jared playing the part of both our side and the opposition. By the time the actual hearing came around, I felt way more prepared and confident, all thanks to his thorough prep.

Rowan, leading the Immigration Division at Osuji & Smith, brings a wealth of global legal expertise and a compassionate approach to her practice. With degrees in psychology, focusing on forensics, and law, with a specialization in energy development from the University of Calgary, her academic foundation is both diverse and profound. Her legal journey includes significant international experience, having studied international trade law at the University of Hong Kong and earned a Post Graduate Certificate in Human Rights Law from University College London and Queen Mary’s University.

Rowan’s professional path is marked by her work in energy law at both Thackray Burgess in Alberta and Hunton & Williams in London, where her contributions included assisting with Crown property rights research and developing legal frameworks for energy trading. Her international experience extends to teaching and developing training programs in Saudi Arabia, illustrating her ability to navigate complex legal and cultural environments.

As an active member of the legal community in Alberta, Rowan chairs the Canadian Bar Association's Alberta Immigration South Section and directs programming for the Calgary Justice Film Festival. Her commitment to education is evident in her role as an adjunct professor at Queen’s University, where she contributes to the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law Program.

Rowan’s dedication to giving back to the community is unparalleled. Her volunteer work spans several organizations, including the Calgary Women’s Immigrant Association and the Centre for Newcomers, reflecting her commitment to supporting those navigating the Canadian immigration system. Her personal connection to immigration, having challenged a removal order with her family as a child, fuels her passion for advocating for immigrants’ rights and Canada’s commitment to human rights.

Her extensive awards and honors, including recognition for her contributions to the legal profession and community service, underscore her impact on both the legal field and the lives of those she has helped. Rowan’s diverse background, from her work in energy law to her significant volunteer efforts, positions her as a key figure in immigration law in Canada. Her approach to legal practice, characterized by empathy, expertise, and a commitment to justice, makes her a formidable advocate for her clients and an esteemed leader at Osuji & Smith.

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