Ryyan Elgalal is a 2026 JD graduate of Queen's University Faculty of Law, where she served as Co-President of the Queen's Black Law Students' Association. In this role, she led initiatives around mentorship, community engagement, and advocacy, working to foster a more inclusive and equitable legal profession.

Ryyan’s dedication to collaboration and leadership was equally evident as President of the Queen's Law Students' Society, where she worked closely with students and faculty to support her peers. She helped build a welcoming, inclusive environment across the law school, while creating space for underrepresented voices and mentoring fellow students. Her strengths in project management, communication, and teamwork carry into her current work as an articling student at McCague Borlack LLP.

Her interest in law and student governance began at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminology.

Before law school, she built a strong foundation in client service through several years in the hospitality sector, sharpening her ability to manage high-pressure situations, think on her feet, and build meaningful relationships. These skills continue to shape her client-focused, solution-oriented approach to legal work.

Outside of law, Ryyan enjoys high-intensity interval training (HIIT), playing padel with friends, and travelling to experience new cultures.