Summary
Miguel Dillon is a bilingual J.D. candidate and judicial law clerk based in Ottawa with 15 years of experience intersecting law, government communications, and public service. Currently clerking at the Federal Court after roles at the Treasury Board Secretariat and a summer at Power Law, he brings practical exposure to policy-making and litigation-facing legal work. His background in honours political science and hands-on roles in legislative offices sharpen his ability to translate complex legal and policy issues for diverse stakeholders. A committed Franco-Ontarian, he actively promotes French-language legal education and community engagement through past editorial and student association leadership. Skilled in collaborative, high-stakes environments, he blends rigorous legal analysis with persuasive communication near the centre of government decision-making. Colleagues value his knack for bridging legal research with accessible public-facing messaging.
15 years of coding experience
1 year of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Social Sciences, Honours Political Science and Juris Doctor (JD), Cum Laude, Bachelor of Social Sciences, Honours Political Science and Juris Doctor (JD), Cum Laude at University of Ottawa
French, English