Meet the team

Western Pre-Law Society is one of Western University's largest clubs. Whether you are applying for law school, need help with your LSATs, want more information on the legal profession, or just want to connect with other like-minded students, you are in the right place!

WPLS is here for our members all year round and is dedicated to providing unique experiences! From socials, law school info sessions, mock LSATs, mock trials, and leadership opportunities, each school year ensures various opportunities to assist each member with their journey to law school.

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president 
Sara-Emilie Clark

Sara-Emilie is in her third-year at Western, currently pursuing a dual degree in Political Science and English. A three-time member of the executive team, Sara-Emilie has a lot of love for WPLS and is thrilled to be serving as President this year. Outside of the club, Sara-Emilie is a Social Science Councillor on the USC and a Faculty Orientation Leader. She is committed to advocacy on behalf of postsecondary students and young adults, and looks forward to working in a field that combines her passion for law and politics. ​

VP Communications
Diya Parikh

Diya is in her third year at Western studying Health Sciences. Through her studies and extracurricular activities, she developed a passion for the intersection between law, health policy, and advocacy. In addition to her role on WPLS, she is also a Co-Founder and President of Western Public Health Association and VP Events on the Gujarati Students’ Association. Outside of the classroom, Diya is employed by Shankar Law as a Legal Assistant and has a strong passion for sports. She is beyond excited to be serving as VP Communications on WPLS this year!

VP FINANCE 
Tristan Zarifa

Tristan is a third year student with a passion for business and law. He plans on pursuing a degree in business and going on to law school. He finds joy in helping others reach their academic goals. In his spare time, he can be found playing beach volleyball on the Ontario Beach Volleyball Tour. 

​​​In addition to his role with WPLS, Tristan runs and operates his own baseball glove business which can be found at www.torontoglovecare.ca. He has a passion for entrepreneurship and acquiring new skill sets. If you see him on campus, say hello! Tristan loves meeting new people!

VP Events
Adrian Yip

Adrian is a third year student in the Ivey Business. He is also the co-head of the Arbitrage team on Mustang Capital, a student-run fund that utilizes alternative strategies in the capital market. With a dichotomy of interest in law and finance, Adrian plans to pursue a career that joins the two areas such as corporate litigation or shareholder activism. In his personal time, he loves cooking, performing magic tricks, having political discussions/debates and binging/analysing Attack on Titan.

VP Marketing
Isha Sandhu

Isha is in her third year at Western completing an Honours Specialization in Health Science and Biology. In addition to being VP Marketing on WPLS, Isha is a Graphic Director on EnviroWestern USC, Faculty Orientation Leader and Peer Tutor.  Her interest in law sparked after volunteering for a criminal lawyer, and has since been interested in pursuing a legal career in the field of health law. In her spare time, Isha can be found listening to music, doing yoga or spending time with friends and family.

vp outreach
Jan pAUL Vincent bONUS

Vincent is in his third year studying business and international relations. His career aspirations lie in areas of international and criminal law. He enjoys learning about the human-centric side of the law and wishes to explore it in a global context. In his free time, he enjoys reading, watching TV, and swimming. 
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Beyond WPLS, he is also a part of the Ivey LEADER project as a Curriculum Coordinator which focuses on teaching business concepts to entrepreneurs in developing areas. He is passionate about teaching and being a mentor for others. Feel free to reach out to him to talk about international relations, careers, or life in general!

vp pROMOTIONS
gRACE LEE

Grace is in her third-year at Western pursuing an Honours Specialization in Criminology degree. As a three-time member on the WPLS executive team, Grace hopes to continue making contributions in her fourth year with WPLS. Alongside her role as the VP Promotions at WPLS, Grace is the President of a human rights club called HanVoice Western, with her passion in immigration law and refugees. Grace hopes to pursue a career in criminal law. Aside from her academic interests, Grace loves to watch movies and listen to music!

VP mEDIA
Reena Moreno

Reena is in her second year at Western pursuing a dual degree in Political Science and Spanish. In addition to her role as VP Media on WPLS, Reena is a leader involved in Digital Student Experience and S.A.L.S.A. creating a passion and advocacy for affordable education and immigration law. In her spare time, Reena is a Starbucks Barista that enjoys taking photos, taking her rabbits on wagon rides and going on long car rides!

vp sOCIAL
bLAir tinkham

Blair is in her third year studying Honours Business Administration and spent her first two years studying political science. In addition to her role on the WPLS team, Blair is a Section Representative on Ivey Law Club, an Ivey Peer Mentor, VP Events on the Butterfly Effect UWO, and VP Communications for her Ivey section. Outside of the classroom, Blair enjoys playing tennis, surfing, and running!​

VP EXTERNAL
Annie Chen

Annie is in the second year of the Management and Organizational Studies program at Western University. In addition to her role at WPLS, she is a real estate agent at Century 21. With an interest in finance and law, Annie hopes to pursue a career in corporate litgation. In her spare time, you can catch Annie cheering on the Raptors or engaged in heated debates!

VP Competition
Emma Griffioen

Emma is in her third year pursuing an Honours Double Major in Sociology and Criminology and Certificate in French. In addition to her role as VP Competition for WPLS, she is the President of Western’s Beyond the Books. In her free time Emma enjoys reading, spending time with friends, family and her puppy!

ENGAGEMENT COMMISSIONER
​AUDREY LI

Audrey is in her third year of the Honours Political Science program at Western University. Previously as a first-year representative and AVP Events for WPLS, she is thrilled to be entering her third term as an Engagement Commissioner! In addition to WPLS, Audrey serves on the Board of Directors for AIESEC in Western and is a volunteer for Junior Achievement. She is passionate about both social impact and law and hopes to intersect the two in her future. If Audrey isn’t cooped up at the Taylor Library, she can be found spending time with friends or watching a new Netflix show.

Engagement Commissioner
Duncan Fox

Duncan is in his second year at Western studying Political Science. He became interested in a career in law when the pandemic first hit and that interest has only grown. Outside of academic life, Duncan enjoys watching basketball and reading books. Also, if you ever need a song recommendation he is happy to help.

avp Promotions and Marketing
Alina Adamesco

Alina Adamesco is in her first year at Western University studying Management and Organizational Studies. Alongside her position as AVP Media and Marketing for WPLS, Alina is a First Year Representative on the Social Science Student’s Council, and a member of UWO Dance Force and the Western Sports Business Club. She is interested in pursuing sports or entertainment law in the future. Outside of academics, Alina loves to dance, hang out with friends, and is a huge Toronto Maple Leafs fan!

AVP PROMOTIONS AND Marketing
​​​Nikki lobban

Nikki is in her third year completing an Honours Specialization in French Studies and a Minor in Political Science. Nikki has been a member of WPLS since her first year and is thrilled to have the opportunity to join the talented executive team this year and to share her passion for the law with club members. Nikki hopes to pursue a career as an attorney to advocate for others and to help create a just legal system for all. Outside of her academics, she is a dance instructor and she enjoys reading, running, and travelling. ​

avp Finance
​Ethan tse

Ethan is in his second year studying Management and Organizational Studies at Western University. In addition to his role at WPLS, Ethan is the Curriculum Officer at Investors of Tomorrow, an intercollegiate financial literacy organization. With interests in both law and finance, Ethan is excited to pursue a career in solvency law. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, playing basketball, and is an avid Formula 1 fan. ​

AVP EVENTS
​​Abby Robitaille

Abby is in her second year pursuing an Honours Specialization in English and Creative Writing, along with the Scholar’s Electives Module. In addition to her role as AVP Events for WPLS, she is also President of the Coterie: Western’s Undergraduate English Society. In her spare time, Abby can often be found reading, drinking tea or coffee, walking her dog, or spending time with friends and family. ​

AVP EVENTS
​​sARA FERRO

Sara is in her third year at Western, studying an Honours Double Major in Sociology and Criminology. Aside from her role as AVP Events for WPLS, Sara is VP Events for the Western Mooting Society. Both societies have expanded Sara’s interest in the law and passion for oral advocacy. Outside of academics, she enjoys running, dancing, skiing, and spending time with her family. ​

fIRST-YEAR REPRESENTATIVE
​​gRACE gALLANT

Grace is in her first year at Western studying Political Science. In addition to being one of the WPLS first-year representatives, Grace is also a member of the Western Debate team, and is a part of the Delaware Residence Council. With a love for advocacy and the environment, Grace hopes to study environmental law. ​

FIRST-YEAR REPRESENTATIVE
​​Hishaan Baskaran

Hishaan is in his first year studying Management and Organizational Studies at Western University. Alongside his role at WPLS, he is also the VP of Finance for the Ontario Hall Residence Council, voting member on the USC’s Grants Committee, and a year rep for TSAAW. He wishes to pursue immigration law alongside fiance. Outside of academics, he enjoys going out and spending time with family and friends. ​

FIRST-YEAR REPRESENTATIVE
​​Nathan Yee

Nathan is in his first year studying Management and Organizational Studies. He has strong interests in both corporate law and management consulting which is reflective of his intended specialiazation in Management and Legal Studies. Asides from his role at WPLS, Nathan is an events executive with the Hong Kong Students Association and an avid researcher with the Western Investment Club. Outside of his academics, he enjoys travelling, snowboarding, eating, and photography. ​