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Congratulations to the Schulich School of Law’s Class of 2026!

In the coming weeks, we’ll feature Q&As with graduating law students who will reflect on their time at Weldon. Today we're talking to Alexi Grewal.

Why did you want to attend the Schulich School of Law?

I had initially applied to Dalhousie for my undergrad because I wanted to live on the East Coast. When I received my offer to study here for law school, I knew I had to jump on it. 

Whenever anyone speaks about Schulich Law, whether here in Halifax or back in Toronto (where I’m from), they speak about the collegiality of the law school and how everyone is willing to help. It’s also its own sort of community, especially since so many people come from out of province. I knew that was the law school experience I wanted, and I’m grateful to have been part of an institution that embodies the value of giving back.

In what ways were you involved with the law school community?

Throughout my three years of law school, I was a student advocate with the Dalhousie Student Advocacy Service and really enjoyed practicing my oral advocacy at academic integrity meetings.

I was also fortunate to be involved with the Consent Project through the Dalhousie Youth Legal Education Society, acting as a co-coordinator for the project during 2L. Presenting to middle and high school students about consent and sexual assault law was one of the most tangible reminders to me of the impact we could have, even before becoming lawyers.

A true highlight of my time at Weldon involved founding the Dalhousie Family Law Society (DFLS). Over the course of its first two years, the Society helped bring family law to unprecedented places through panels, networking events, and discussions with judges and practitioners. It was heartwarming to hear from students who developed an interest in family law because of one of our events. 

My role in DFLS allowed me to advocate for sending a Schulich Law team to participate in the Walsh Family Law Moot Competition in Toronto for the first time. Our faculty and administration’s willingness to support that initiative spoke volumes about their commitment to student advocacy and experiential learning. I look forward to seeing future Schulich Law students at the moot in upcoming years!

What does the Weldon Tradition mean to you?

To me, the Weldon Tradition represents a commitment to service, community, and using the law in a way that makes a meaningful difference.

What stood out about the Weldon Tradition was its similarity to the principle of seva, which has always been a value ingrained in me for as long as I can remember. Seva means selfless service and helping others without expectation of any reward or personal gain. That mindset has shaped how I approach my personal life and my legal education, so seeing those same values reflected made me feel incredibly connected to the law school.

The best part about how the institution practices the Weldon Tradition is that it is not some abstract idea the law school is trying to impart on its students, but rather an opportunity to dive into the concept immediately by giving back to the community through pro bono opportunities and society initiatives. It creates a collegiality among students that is rare.

What is your favourite law school memory?

My favourite law school memory will forever be my semester at Dalhousie Legal Aid Service (DLAS). It was such a unique opportunity to gain practical exposure to different types of law, all while managing the stresses of client files and competing deadlines. Having worked at the Clinic, I feel more prepared going into articling and highly recommend a placement there to anyone, regardless of what type of law you’re interested in eventually practicing. 

It helped that everyone who works at DLAS is incredibly supportive and an amazing mentor. I’m also grateful for the group of students who were there with me and who made the experience that much better. 

What will you miss most about Schulich Law?

The people! I have made some of my very best friends here. It’s crazy to look back on when I first moved to Halifax and knew no one, and now I’m leaving a community of people who have made such an impact on my life. All the more reason to make plans to visit!

What are your post-graduation plans?

After Convocation I am moving back to Toronto to article at Epstein Cole, the family law firm where I worked during my 2L summer. I am excited to return to such an amazing team of people who are dedicated to the ins and outs of family law – but not before making time for some travelling after the Bar exams for some much-needed R&R!