Salma Barakat
Articling Student

Outline
Salma Barakat joined Bennett Jones as a student in 2024 at the Toronto office.
Overview
Throughout her studies at Osgoode Hall Law School, Salma focused on labour and employment law, blending her practical experience in unionized environments with the study of the law.
Prior to attending law school, Salma earned an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Political Science and History from the University of Toronto in 2020. She also spent several years working as a customer service agent for Air Canada at Toronto Pearson International Airport, which helped develop her communication and time management skills, as well as her ability to work under pressure. Salma is fluent in Arabic.
Education & Bar Admissions
Education
- University of Toronto, BA, Honours, Political Science and History, 2020
- Osgoode Hall Law School, JD, 2025