The Students’ Law Society (SLS) is here to represent Windsor Law students and support student life inside and outside the classroom.

I’m Megan Fleming (she/her), a 3L Dual JD candidate with a passion for sports and business law. I am a movie fanatic and I love spending my weekends outside, drinking wine, and spending time with my cat Pickles! I am always here for a chat and to support all of you however I can!

Office Hours: Wednesday 1pm-2pm

slsp@uwindsor.ca

Megan Fleming

President

  • The President provides overall leadership and representation for the SLS.

    • Represent student interests to faculty, administration, and external partners

    • Work with the Chair to call Council meetings and set agendas

    • Meet regularly with the Dean and Associate/Assistant Deans

    • Sit on Faculty Council, Discipline Committee, and academic committees

    • Work closely with the UWSA and student leaders

    • Attend and report at monthly SLS Council meetings

Kirsten Tighe

Vice President, Finance

Hi! My name is Kirsten Tighe and I’m your SLS Vice President of Finance!

Office Hours: Tuesday 11:30pm-12:30pm

slsvpf@uwindsor.ca

  • The VP Finance oversees all financial matters of the SLS.

    • Manage, receive, deposit, and account for all SLS funds

    • Pay SLS disbursements and oversee financial compliance

    • Prepare the annual budget, Statement of Accounts, and audit report

    • Meet with committee chairs at the start of each semester to outline accounting procedures

    • Attend monthly SLS Council meetings and present financial reports

My name is Carlos Rodriguez Larrain Herrera, and I am a 3L Dual JD student. You will find me at every and any student event. I am a big advocate for the students, especially when it comes to our academics. I am here to advocate for you and to make our law school experience the easiest and best three years we can have!

Office Hours: Wednesday 11am-12pm

slsvpa@uwindsor.ca

Carlos Herrera

Vice President, Academics

  • The VP Academic represents students on academic governance and grievance matters.

    • Assist students with academic concerns and grievances involving faculty or the University

    • Sit as a member of Faculty Council and report decisions to SLS Council

    • Serve on academic committees, including Admissions, Appointments, and Academic Program Committees

    • Attend monthly SLS Council meetings and provide academic updates

My name is Jack Burke (he/him), I am a 2L Dual JD Candidate with a passion for litigation. I love to get involved and stay active, like playing lacrosse, intramurals, and hanging out with friends. I try immersing myself in, and contributing to, the Windsor Law community as much as I can. Constantly striving to embody what makes our faculty and profession special, being there for others!

Office Hours: Monday 11-12pm

slsvpe@uwindsor.ca

Jack Burke

Vice President, Events

  • The Vice President (Events) leads the planning and coordination of SLS events and supports the vibrant student life at Windsor Law.

    • Organize and oversee major SLS events, including Social Orientation and Formal

    • Coordinate fundraising initiatives for SLS committees, clubs, and associations

    • Support and supervise ratified clubs, serving as their primary point of contact

    • Review and present new club applications to Council

    • Ensure events comply with SLS policies and University guidelines

    • Work closely with the Executive Team to plan engaging academic, social, and professional programming

    • Attend and report at monthly SLS Council meetings

Nicholas Merrithew

Vice President, Equity Diversity & Inclusion

My name is Nicholas (he/him), and I am a 2L Single JD Candidate passionate about client-facing advocacy. I love spending my time at the gym, exploring the outdoors, or cycling.

I’m dedicated to contributing to the Windsor Law community and supporting my peers, especially when it comes to financial literacy. Above all, I aim to help build a culture where students feel supported, empowered, and able to succeed together.

Office Hours: Monday 1:30pm-2:30pm

slsvpedi@uwindsor.ca

  • The VP EDI ensures student voices are respected and equity concerns are addressed.

    • Represent equity and diversity issues within SLS and to the Windsor Law administration

    • Bring forward EDI-related concerns and assist with policy recommendations

    • Work closely with clubs, committees, and the UWSA to promote inclusive and respectful spaces

    • Attend monthly SLS Council meetings

Our Structure

Council Composition

The Students’ Law Society (SLS) is a student-run Council made up of elected representatives from across the law school. Council includes:

  • Year Representatives from each year of the Single and Dual JD programs

  • Student representatives from each year who sit on the Faculty Council

  • Members of the SLS Executive

Together, Council works to represent student interests and support academic, professional, and social life at the law school.

Executive & Committees

The SLS Executive is responsible for day-to-day leadership and strategic direction. It consists of:

  • President

  • Vice President, Finance

  • Vice President, Academic

  • Vice President, Events

  • Vice President, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

In addition, the SLS elects one student from each year to serve on the Discipline Committee. While these representatives are non-voting members of Council, they play an important role in supporting the school’s disciplinary process.

Election & Terms

SLS positions are filled through annual elections:

  • Law I Year Representatives are elected during the Fall election cycle

  • Executive positions are elected during the Spring election cycle

The 2025–2026 SLS Executive Team will assume office on April 1, 2025. Year Representatives for the 2025–2026 academic year will be elected in Fall 2025. More information will be shared soon.

For details on elections and governance, please visit our Governance page.

View SLS Governance