Founder of The Law School Edge helps students in Canada and the U.S. break into top-tier firms by understanding the system - and themselves
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / July 24, 2025 / Executive coach, former corporate lawyer, and founder of The Law School Edge, Hana Dhanji is reshaping how law students approach the journey to elite legal careers. Drawing on a unique background in law, psychology, international affairs, and capital markets, Dhanji's coaching practice helps students in Canada and the U.S. develop the clarity, confidence, and strategic edge needed to stand out in competitive hiring systems.
Her approach is not just tactical - it's deeply personal and informed by years navigating high-pressure environments from Geneva to New York to Dubai.
Recently profiled in a feature titled From Global Affairs to Elite Law Coaching: The Journey of Hana Dhanji, she's using the spotlight to raise awareness around a growing gap in legal education: law students are graduating with academic knowledge, but not with the tools they need to access the careers they envision.
"Law school teaches theory. It doesn't teach you how to present yourself, how to navigate elite hiring systems, or how to turn your background into your competitive advantage," says Dhanji. "That's where The Law School Edge comes in."
Coaching That Goes Beyond the Resume
Hana Dhanji built The Law School Edge to bridge the disconnect between law school education and real-world access to top firms. Her clients aren't just refining interview answers-they're learning how to think like decision-makers, position themselves with poise, and build careers rooted in long-term alignment.
Her coaching draws from a lifetime of multidisciplinary success:
A psychology and international relations degree (University of Toronto)
A Masters in international affairs (Graduate Institute, Geneva)
A JD/MBA (University of Toronto Faculty of Law & Rotman School of Management)
Work experience in major financial and legal institutions in New York, London, and Dubai
She's seen firsthand what makes top candidates succeed-and what keeps even the most talented students from reaching their potential.
"When you don't grow up with a playbook, you learn how to build one," Dhanji explains. "That taught me how to read systems. Now I help my clients do the same-whether it's understanding firm culture, communicating their story, or building a professional presence that commands trust."
Helping Law Students Master the System
Whether her clients are applying to firms on Bay Street or Wall Street, Dhanji helps them build a strategy rooted in insight and intentionality. She offers one-on-one coaching, tailored feedback, and high-level mentorship designed to help students:
Navigate opaque recruiting processes
Market their strengths with authenticity
Build credibility in elite legal and corporate spaces
Make career decisions that align with long-term values
"I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all formula. My clients are high-potential individuals with diverse backgrounds and goals," she says. "My job is to help them see what's possible-and then show them how to get there."
A Personal Journey That Inspires Others
Though her résumé includes global institutions and elite firms, Dhanji's journey wasn't about climbing ladders-it was about creating new paths. From a young age, she cultivated a deep curiosity about people, ideas, and systems. She excelled in public speaking and debate, earned top academic honors, and followed her interests across continents and disciplines.
Looking back, she sees it all as preparation for her current work.
"Everything I did, whether it was studying psychology, working in diplomacy, or practicing law, taught me how people make decisions, how institutions function, and how influence is built," she says. "Those are the same insights I now pass on to my clients."
Redefining Success for the Next Generation of Lawyers
At the core of Dhanji's work is a belief that success in law isn't just about technical skill, it's about alignment, awareness, and strategic clarity. She encourages students to build a foundation not only of professional credibility, but of personal integrity.
"Great leaders and high performers aren't just smart, they're emotionally intelligent, decisive, and consistent," she says. "The real edge comes when your inner world matches your external ambition."
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
About Hana Dhanji
Hana Dhanji is the founder of The Law School Edge, a premium coaching platform for law students navigating entry into top-tier firms in Canada and the U.S. A JD/MBA graduate of the University of Toronto and former international lawyer, Dhanji brings cross-sector expertise and deep insight into elite hiring systems. She serves on the UTS Alumni Association Board and is based in Toronto.
To learn more or inquire about coaching, visit: https://thelawschooledge.com/
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