Mahla is developing a litigation practice focused on representing institutions and individuals in historical and contemporary sexual abuse and assault claims. She advises child welfare organizations, school boards, religious institutions, police services, and municipalities in these matters.
Mahla has appeared before various courts and tribunals. Her broader litigation experience, gained at a boutique law firm, includes motor vehicle accidents, occupiers’ liability, property damage, and commercial disputes.
During law school, Mahla served as a Student Litigator at Queen’s Legal Aid, where she represented clients in civil and criminal matters. She was also actively involved in the Queen’s Law community, serving as Co-Chair of the Med-Law Games Committee and Vice-President of the Litigation Society.