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ALAS Entertainment Law Mentorship & Training Program

//2026 Applications Now Closed

For Indigenous and Black lawyers, and lawyers from other equity-deserving communities.

Are you a junior lawyer with a passion for the arts? Have you wanted to practice entertainment law but didn’t know where to start?  This year-long mentorship and training program helps you build confidence in entertainment law (even with minimal or no prior experience) while expanding your network across the arts and legal communities.

Highlights include:

  • Small Group Learning:  Learn from leading entertainment law practitioners across areas such as music, film/TV, trademarks, video games, and more.
  • 1-on-1 Mentorship: Receive tailored career guidance from dedicated mentors aligned with your professional goals.
  • Hands-On Experience: Participate in supervised legal information sessions for artists through the ALAS legal clinic.
  • Presentation Opportunities: Develop and deliver presentations on critical legal issues impacting artists.
  • Networking: Meet entertainment law practitioners, artists and arts organizations representing diverse communities.
  • And Much More!

This program is designed to foster professional growth, build community and connections among lawyers and the arts community, and provide meaningful experiences that bridge the gap between passion and practice in entertainment law. There is no cost to apply or participate in the program, and remuneration will not be provided for participation.

Requirements:

To participate in this mentorship and training program you must:

  • Be called to the bar in Ontario with less than two years of practice in entertainment law
  • Be willing to commit up to 10 hours a month to the program (mainly in the evening)
  • Identify as a lawyer from an equity-deserving community

Application Details:

Applications Closed

  • A copy of your resume
  • A 300-word letter of interest explaining your background, goals, and why this program is a good fit for you.

Questions?

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@alasontario.ca.  We’ve also created a list of FAQs which may have the answer to your question.

Take the next step in your legal career—apply today and join a program dedicated to empowering the next generation of entertainment law professionals!