Legal Innovation Bootcamp
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is designed to introduce undergraduate students and Graduate Program students to the impact of technology and innovation in the legal domain. Students enrolled in the program have an exclusive opportunity to network with diverse mindsets, explore innovation concepts and principles, and apply newly learned skills to develop potential solutions. We are excited to deliver this year’s program in-person again, sessions will take place at the LIZ, located at 10 Dundas St. East (10th floor). Participants must be available to attend sessions in person.
The program will run from October 16 to November 27, 2023. Throughout the bootcamp students will explore the legal industry and emerging trends transforming the sector, while also being exposed to entrepreneurial skills such as design thinking, pitching and prototyping in an experiential learning environment. There will also be an opportunity to tour a Bay Street law firm.
This program is limited to Toronto Metropolitan University students. Participants who demonstrate successful completion of the program are awarded with a Legal Innovation Zone certificate.
Please Note: This program is not intended for students enrolled at TMU’s Lincoln Alexander School of Law. Law School students receive a more indepth program as part of their winter Tech Innovation intensive (JUR401).
Why Join?
As a participant of the Legal Innovation Bootcamp, you’ll enjoy opportunities to:
- Engage with entrepreneurs, TMU students and industry leaders.
- Gain insights into startup culture and the entrepreneurial journey.
- Learn about TMU’s Zone Learning community.
- Collaborate with students across many faculties at TMU.
- Tour a Bay Street law firm.
- Be awarded a certificate upon completion of the program.
Program Schedule
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp will run weekly from October 16 to November 27. Sessions will be held in person at the LIZ (10 Dundas St. East, 10th floor) on Monday’s from 3-5 PM. The law firm tour will be held during a lunchtime period. A date for the tour is being finalized.
Coaching sessions with LIZ mentors will be available throughout the program.
Before signing up, make sure you are ready for the commitment and are available during the time of these sessions.
Applications for Legal Innovation Bootcamp 2023 are currently closed. Sign up for our newsletter (external link) to stay up to date with future LIZ programming and opportunities.
The 2023 cohort of the Legal Innovation Bootcamp is presented in collaboration with the LBSA, TMU's Law & Business Student Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
Simply click the Apply Now button on this page and fill out the application. This is a competitive selection process so remember to differentiate yourself in the application! NOTE: If there is no Apply Now button on this page, this means applications are closed. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date or check back later to apply once we are accepting applications again.
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is FREE.
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is an exclusive program and full commitment is expected. If you have class, you will unfortunately not be able to participate in this year's program.
The program is interactive and encourages teamwork and collaboration. To make the most out of the program, attendance is mandatory. Unless you have class, it's best to clear your calendar — we gave you the heads up!
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is aimed towards broadening the horizons of new participants. Unfortunately, spots for the Bootcamp are only open to new applicants.
All participants who have successfully completed the program will receive a Legal Innovation Bootcamp Certificate. Remember, it is a great portfolio builder!
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is only open to current undergraduate students and graduate program students enrolled in a TMU program. Students enrolled in the Lincoln Alexander School of Law are not eligible, as they participate in a Tech Innovation intensive during the winter semester.
Yes, you do. This is an exclusive program catered to a select number of TMU students. Before signing up, make sure you are ready for the commitment.
The Legal Innovation Bootcamp is open to undergraduate and graduate students from any TMU faculties and programs*. In fact, we encourage diverse perspectives!
Although there is a legal focus, this is a great opportunity for all students interested to dive into the world of innovation, technology and entrepreneurship.
*We do not recommend this program to students who are enrolled in TMU’s Lincoln Alexander School of Law. Law School students have the opportunity to learn about legal tech and innovation in more detail during their Tech Innovation (JUR401) winter intensive.
Yes! We are excited to deliver this year’s program in-person — all sessions will be held at the Legal Innovation Zone (10 Dundas St. East, 10th floor) on Monday’s from 3-5 PM.
In addition, you will have the chance to visit a law firm.