Meet Our Law Students
Daniela Rammeloo
Daniela is an articling student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP who recently obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Saskatchewan.
With a long-standing interest in workplace law and dispute resolution, Daniela was drawn to the firm’s reputation for providing strategic, practical advice to both employers and employees.
Before law school, Daniela earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Simon Fraser University. Her undergraduate studies helped lay the foundation for her interest in advocacy, justice, and systemic issues within the workplace.
During law school, Daniela developed a strong interest in labour and employment, administrative law, and human rights. These courses deepened her understanding of workplace legal frameworks and reinforced her commitment to advocating for fairness and accountability in professional environments.
In her 2L summer, Daniela volunteered with the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) — working directly with clients facing a range of legal issues, from criminal charges to tenancy disputes. She managed client files, conducted legal research, drafted submissions, and represented individuals in court. This experience helped her develop strong advocacy, communication, and case management skills.
Daniela is passionate about helping clients navigate complex workplace issues and is excited to begin her legal career at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.
Outside the office, she enjoys practicing yoga, taking spin classes, connecting with nature, and getting lost in a good book.
Pareea Mohammad
Pareea is an articling student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. After gaining experience at the firm as a summer student, she’s excited to expand her legal knowledge further.
Pareea obtained her Bachelor of Arts (with honours) from Western University and now attends Osgoode Hall Law School. During her time at Osgoode, she’s been involved with various executive committees.
In her free time, Pareea enjoys playing the piano, practicing martial arts, and spending time with her dog, Django.
Anastasia Buchvostov
Anastasia is an articling student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. She completed her Master of Laws (LLM) in Canadian Common Law at Osgoode Hall Law School.
Anastasia previously earned her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Queen Mary University of London — graduating with Second Class Honours (Upper Division). She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology from York University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude and received multiple academic awards.
Anastasia has developed extensive legal experience across multiple practice areas. She has worked on complex criminal matters, including cases involving assault, kidnapping, murder, wrongful convictions, and North America’s largest drug prosecution.
In addition to her criminal law background, Anastasia has supported civil proceedings and contributed to corporate transactions — giving her a well-rounded perspective on the law.
Outside of her legal career, Anastasia is passionate about wellness and holistic living. She enjoys yoga, pilates (including reformer training), and learning about homeopathic remedies.
Joshua Carrasco
Joshua is a returning 2L summer student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. He has a long-standing passion for employment law and is eager to continue learning from the lawyers and paralegals who are making waves across Canada.
In 2022, Joshua graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He is now completing his Juris Doctor (J.D.) at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law.
Joshua has a strong background in both research and mooting. He has held the positions of Research Assistant to Professor Ruth Kuras at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law on the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) in Canadian law, as well as lead researcher for a Pro Bono Students Canada project informing persons with disabilities of their transportation rights in Ontario.
Joshua has also competed in the Warren K. Winkler Class Actions Moot, as well as the Windsor Law 1L moot, where he received distinction.
In his free time, Joshua enjoys writing, reading, trying new restaurants, and brushing up on both his Spanish and Portuguese.
Melanie Vincent
Melanie is an articling student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. As a former 2L summer student with the firm, she is excited to return to the Toronto office.
Melanie recently obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto.
During her studies, she actively participated in her law school community as an upper Year Representative for the Labour & Employment Law Society, Co-President of the Faculty of Law Athletics Association, and Senior Editor for the Critical Analysis of Law Journal. Her commitment to workers’ rights advocacy grew as a caseworker with Downtown Legal Services, where she represented clients on matters at Small Claims Court, the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and the Ontario Labour Relations Board.
Prior to law school, Melanie completed an undergraduate degree in Global Political Economy at the University of Manitoba. At graduation, she was awarded the program medal for highest standing in the Bachelor of Arts degree program. She volunteered as a Judicial Board member with her student union and a public speaker with the Canadian Mental Health Association.
Melanie’s is passionate about empowering individuals facing workplace injustices. She is thrilled to begin her legal career at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP.
In her spare time, Melanie enjoys overly competitive game nights, live music, and working out.
Sarah Cvetkovski
Sarah is an articling student at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. She is excited to be returning to the firm after spending the last year as a Client Intake Representative.
She recently completed her Juris Doctor (J.D.) at Western University where she developed a passion for labour and employment law. She is enthusiastic about providing accessible legal services and is looking forward to learning from our experienced legal team.
During her studies, Sarah was heavily involved in several executive committees. She was a supervisor for both Project Consent and the Legal Information for Sexual Assault Program where she provided legal information throughout the London-Middlesex community.
Sarah participated in numerous advocacy competitions including the Torys LLP Negotiation Competition and the Hicks Morely Labour Moot.
In her spare time, you can find Sarah practising yoga, trying new cafés, or spending time outdoors.