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Will Davidson LLP is seeking an Articling Student for a 10-month term, commencing in July 2019. About Us: Will Davidson LLP is a firm focused on both insurance defence and personal injury litigation for the past 90 years. For this reason, articling students at Will Davidson LLP are provided with an invaluable opportunity to learn the litigation process from the perspective of both a plaintiff and a defendant. Whether working on complex cases for a large insurance company or focusing on a case for an individual, the practical experience gained by our students better prepares them for a career in litigation. Our students work closely with all of our lawyers on an equal amount of defence and plaintiff matters. They are given a great deal of responsibility and independence throughout the term, all while being supervised and mentored by our experienced counsel. Qualifications: Completed 3 years of Law School Strong research and writing skills Ability to work independently Strong Interpersonal Skills Articling Students Responsibilities: Conduct legal research. Prepare legal documents and argument. Prepare for an attend at motions. Prepare for and assist with trials. Maintain carriage of Small Claims Court matters, and conduct Small Claims Court trials independently. The successful candidate will also attend at examinations for discovery and mediation with our lawyers to observe and learn more about the processes. Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package to our students which include a salary, group benefits, contribution towards a gym membership and payment of bar admission fees and tuition. Start date: July 2019 Application Deadline: May 04, 2018 All interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter by email to Meghan Walker. Thank you for your interest! To learn more about our firm please visit willdavidson.com

How to apply: Applications MUST include: ◦Cover letter ◦Resume ◦Law School transcript ◦Two (2) letters of reference You must apply through the Public Service Resourcing System (We no longer accept résumés by e-mail, mail or in person.) Step 1 - You must apply online via the Public Service Resourcing System. When completing your application, there will be a specific field where you can provide your COVER LETTER. As for your RÉSUMÉ, you will need to "copy-paste" the text from your résumé into the fields provided for this purpose on your application. **Step 2 - You must also send a copy of your most recent OFFICIAL LAW school transcript, and two (2) REFERENCE LETTERS by email to Application.LEP-PED@justice.gc.ca at the latest by May 22, 2018, 11:59 PM PST. Applications that do not contain ALL of the above-mentioned documents will be considered incomplete. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. PLEASE NOTE that only candidates screened-in at the preselection stage will be invited to an interview. INTERVIEWS will take place from May 31, 2018 to June 15, 2018. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO BRING AN OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT (ORIGINAL) AND BRING A PROOF OF CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP TO YOUR INTERVIEW. Duties Articling with Justice Articling in the Legal Excellence Program for Articling Students will offer you diverse and challenging work assignments throughout four rotations, where you will gain experience in litigation, legal policy development and the provision of both legal advisory services to client departments and specialized legal advice. Students benefit from the experience and expertise of assigned mentors who provide them with professional guidance and support in each of the four rotations. Collegiality, a wide array of legal work and a dynamic work environment are just a few of the benefits offered by the Legal Excellence Program for Articling Students. Throughout your articles, you will develop the essential knowledge, skills and experience for practicing law in the public sector. Work environment Why you should join the Justice team? The Department of Justice can offer you a rewarding career, where you are part of a team working to ensure that Canada has an accessible, efficient and fair system of justice. The Department of Justice supports the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada in virtually every area of law, from the development of policy to the drafting of legislation, and from litigation to the provision of legal advice to other federal departments and agencies. The issues Justice lawyers deal with on a daily basis are often on the cutting edge of legal trends and have significant impacts on Canadian society. The tradition of excellence at the Department of Justice is embodied in its culture, which values inclusiveness, fairness and respect for Canada's legal system. A career with the Department of Justice offers such benefits as practical courtroom experience, interaction with the legislative process, training and professional development, and access to an extensive network of legal resources. Working in a collegial and supportive setting, Justice lawyers may specialize in a particular area of law or may rotate through a diverse range of legal settings in the course of their careers. More information on our areas of practice is available on our website: http://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/abt-apd/recru/ap-dp.html. Intent of the process A pool of partially assessed (not all essential qualifications have been assessed) or a pool of fully assessed candidates will be created to staff articling positions primarily at the Department of Justice Canada in the National Capital region (Ottawa/Gatineau). Once initial appointments are made, the pool of qualified candidates could be made available for articling positions within the Military Police Complaints Commission of Canada and other Federal government organizations (departments, agencies, crown corporations, various tribunals under the umbrella of the Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada, etc.). Positions to be filled: 10 Information you must provide Your résumé. A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum) "We require a detailed cover letter that describes how you meet the skills and attributes identified above. Your cover letter should explain why you want to work in the public sector, in particular at the Department of Justice. The letter should be presented in a 12 point font. The letter should be no longer than 3 pages in total (with standard spacing and headers)." The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job) Various language requirements English or French Essential or Bilingual Imperative profile BBB/BBB depending on the position being staffed. Information on language requirements OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION At the time of appointment, candidates must be eligible for articles pursuant to the rules of the law society of one of the provinces or territories of Canada and must have a law degree from a Canadian university. Alternatively, the candidate may have a law degree from a university outside of Canada but must also obtain a Certificate of Qualification issued by the National Committee on Accreditation (see https://flsc.ca/national-committee-on-accreditation-nca/). Note: For articling students (not yet eligible for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada), the minimum standard is a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), Juris Doctor (J.D.). Degree equivalency COMPETENCIES: Demonstrating integrity and respect Thinking things through Working effectively with others Showing initiative and being action-oriented ABILITIES: Ability to analyze legal problems Ability to communicate effectively orally Ability to communicate effectively in writing The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) ASSETS Studies in Civil Law degree. Degree equivalency Knowledge of the Federal Department of Justice and its mandate. Knowledge of the Military Police Complaint Commission of Canada (MPCC). (Only if you are interested in an articling position with the MPCC.) ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS: The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Candidates may be required to travel occasionally. Conditions of employment Secret security clearance - At the time of appointment, candidates must meet the above condition of employment and maintain this condition throughout their employment. Other information The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply. Information on employment equity Email - Important information: For this selection process, email is the most effective way to communicate with you and for you to be invited for evaluations. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to selection processes should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). Therefore, it is your responsibility to verify your email and/or PSRS account on a regular basis for new communication regarding this selection process. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we will contact the selected candidates once the preselection is completed. ASSESSMENT INFORMATION: An interview will be part of the assessment process. The cover letter will be used to assess the ability to communicate effectively in writing. All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates. Due to the number of applicants and the strict deadlines, it may be necessary to impose a limit on the number of applicants to be interviewed and move forward in the assessment (top down selection). Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed. Other qualifications may be used at the selection decision stage. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. The Department of Justice encourages persons with priority entitlements to self-refer to our selection process in circumstances where they believe to meet the essential qualifications of the advertised position. Preference Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order. Information on the preference to veterans We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Contact information Marie-Claude Hébert Marie-Claude-RH.Hebert@justice.gc.ca 514-283-2085 Application.LEP-PED@justice.gc.ca Apply online

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We are a Personal Injury Law Firm looking for a dynamic and personable individual to join our team. We welcome candidates available for a full-time articling position starting in the spring of 2018. We are seeking candidates with strong communication, analytical and research skills who can work in a team and independently in a fast-paced environment. During your articling experience you will be:   Prepare file review memos and settlement proposals Draft court documents including motion materials, factums, and pleadings Provide research to lawyers Conduct witness interviews Interact with clients Attend motions and trial scheduling court hearings Attend examinations for discovery, mediations, and pre-trials for observational purposes Receive training and support towards your professional development Gain experience in representing clients   Please be advised that this is an unpaid position. However, the firm will cover travel expenses and if the articling year is completed, the firm will cover your Bar Exam Fees. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with us. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.  If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please apply online and contact Krisztina Alves at kalves@jrjlaw.com .  

The Region of Durham , dedicated to maintaining outstanding standards of service, relies on the expertise and commitment of our employees. You’d be surprised at the diverse career choices we have to offer! If you seek a career with growth and challenge, where quality and accountability work in tandem with integrity and a responsiveness to change, we welcome you to learn more about us. ARTICLING STUDENT – JOB ID 10094 The Corporate Services Department - Legal Services is seeking an Articling Student to commence a 10- month placement in July 2018. Functioning under the direction of the Director of Legal Services and seven other staff lawyers at the Region, the Articling Student will engage in a broad range of legal matters and policy issues. The Articling Student will participate in a unique joint placement with some area municipalities within the Region, spending a portion of the 10-month placement at those locations and under their direction. Approximately six months will be spent at Regional Headquarters in Whitby, and two months at two area municipalities each. Under the supervision of staff lawyers, the Articling Student will: Provide legal research and writing support for staff lawyers Appear before various courts and administrative tribunals, such as Small Claims Court, Landlord Tenant Board, Ontario Municipal Board, and Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario Work in diverse areas of law such as municipal, litigation, land use planning, real estate, administrative, contract, environmental, health, privacy, construction, human rights, labour and employment, and prosecutions Assist in the preparation of pleadings, affidavits, facta, contracts, document books, policies, reports and correspondence Draft legal memoranda on a wide variety of issues Meet with clients in order to provide legal advice/opinions and to develop strategies to manage litigation files Work on real property transactions and expropriation matters The successful candidate must: Possess a Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school or equivalent Be engaged in the completion of, or have successfully completed the Bar Admission Examinations of the Law Society of Ontario Possess excellent advocacy, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) Demonstrate strong research and problem-solving skills Be willing to travel within the Region; a driver's licence and access to a car are assets, but not mandatory Professional Student Rate: $28.78 per hour To learn more about this opportunity, apply online at The Regional Municipality of Durham website to Job ID 10094 no later than March 25, 2018. We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for an interview will be contacted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Note: If you require accommodation at any time throughout the application process, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at Recruiting Help and a Consultant will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region's Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to Recruiting Help.  

Articled Student Ministry of Attorney General Salary is $1,912.67 bi-weekly  17 positions available Articled Student Program - Notice of Articles The British Columbia Ministry of Attorney General offers interesting and varied articles at its offices in Victoria and Vancouver, and in Crown counsel offices around the province. The ministry will be interviewing soon for articled student positions starting in 2019. Further information about the Articled Student Program is available at: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program . Students select rotations through areas of practice such as: • B.C.’s Prosecution Service (Crown counsel) • B.C’s Prosecution Service (Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions ) • Justice Services Branch (Dispute Resolution Office) • Justice Services Branch (Civil Policy and Legislation Office) • Health and Social Services Law • Resource, Environmental and Land Law  • Constitutional and Administrative Law • Indigenous Legal Relations • Finance, Commercial and Transportation Law • Office of the Assistant Deputy Attorney General  • Civil Litigation • Legislative Counsel • Revenue and Taxation Law • Justice and Education Law Application Deadline 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, Wednesday, February 28, 2018. Who Can Apply Anyone who is entitled to work in Canada as of May 1, 2019 and is eligible and required by the Law Society of British Columbia to complete articles in order to practice law in B.C. How to Apply **Applications made online through this website will NOT be accepted.** You must visit  http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program/applying-for-articles and see attachments for information on how to apply for these positions. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered. Complete the application form available from Jan. 15 to Feb. 28, 2018 at http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program/applying-for-articles; or at your law school; or from Rachel Simunkovic: Rachel.Simunkovic@gov.bc.ca. Deliver to the location listed on the application instruction sheet:     • the application form, together with:    • a cover letter;    • a copy of your law school (LLB/JD) transcript; and    • your résumé (not to exceed three pages).    • If you completed law school outside of Canada, you must also provide us with documentation showing that either you are pursuing a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation or have been granted the certificate. You will need to have been granted that certificate by May 1, 2019. Who to Contact with Questions   Heidi Hynes, Manager of the Articled Student Program at  250 356-8473 or Heidi.Hynes@gov.bc.ca   Interviews - When   Legal Services Branch: Written interviews  March 26 – March 29, 2018; In person/by videoconference Round April 23 – April 27, 2018 Criminal Justice Branch: Written interviews March 26 – March 29, 2018; In person/by videoconference April 23 – April 27, 2018   Interviews - Where Victoria, Vancouver or by teleconference for applicants  in other locations. How Many Positions  Legal Services Branch: Seven in total; one or two in Vancouver and the rest in Victoria. All positions are civil-focused, with the option of spending six to eight weeks with the Criminal Justice Branch. One of the positions in Victoria is open only to Indigenous Canadian students. Criminal Justice Branch: Ten positions throughout B.C. at B.C.’s Prosecution Service, with the option of rotations of two to three months with the Legal Services Branch. Indigenous Canadian Students The Ministry of Attorney General is particularly interested in receiving applications for all positions from Indigenous Canadian law students. One articled student position with Legal Services Branch is open only to students who identify as Indigenous Canadian. For more information, contact Heidi Hynes. B.C.’s Prosecution Service / Criminal Justice Branch   This is an articled student experience primarily devoted to the practice of criminal law in a Crown counsel office. Students will be based in one of eight Crown counsel offices throughout the province. The application materials must clearly indicate that the applicant has successfully completed, or will enroll in, a Canadian evidence course and a Canadian criminal law course, or has related experience in Canadian criminal law. Preliminary shortlisting for all positions may be done based on law school grades and the clarity and completeness of application materials. Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide further documentation at that time, including confirmation of law school grades and references. All applicants will be contacted by mail or email. Successful applicants will be required to undergo criminal record checks. Successful applicants for positions with B.C.’s Prosecution Service will also be subject to Enhanced Security Screening.  

Department Overview The TD Legal Department is comprised of corporate/commercial and litigation lawyers and law clerks with varying areas of expertise tailored to meet the legal needs of the Bank’s various business units. The Legal Department is committed to delivering to its clients the highest level of expertise, service, responsiveness and flexibility. Reporting to the Managing Counsel, Litigation for TD Bank Group, the articling student will be an important member of the Canadian Legal Department. This is a challenging position that will work closely with many members of the Canadian Legal Department. Job Description The articling student can expect to be engaged by any lawyer in the Legal Department in the following tasks depending on skills and client group workflow: Legal research and writing Preparing legal memoranda Drafting correspondence and legal documents Reviewing and summarizing documents and files Comparative (gap) analysis Attending TD Legal Practice Area meetings and internal client meetings Attending Court where possible Other reasonable activities as deemed appropriate The student can expect work in the following areas of law: Bankruptcy Corporate/Commercial Litigation Real Estate Securities Personal Property Security Interests Tax Job Requirements LLB or JD from a Canadian law school or a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation Education J.D.

Articled Student Ministry of Attorney General Salary is $1,912.67 bi-weekly  17 positions available Articled Student Program - Notice of Articles The British Columbia Ministry of Attorney General offers interesting and varied articles at its offices in Victoria and Vancouver, and in Crown counsel offices around the province. The ministry will be interviewing soon for articled student positions starting in 2019. Further information about the Articled Student Program is available at: http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program . Students select rotations through areas of practice such as: • B.C.’s Prosecution Service (Crown counsel) • B.C’s Prosecution Service (Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions ) • Justice Services Branch (Dispute Resolution Office) • Justice Services Branch (Civil Policy and Legislation Office) • Health and Social Services Law • Resource, Environmental and Land Law  • Constitutional and Administrative Law • Indigenous Legal Relations • Finance, Commercial and Transportation Law • Office of the Assistant Deputy Attorney General  • Civil Litigation • Legislative Counsel • Revenue and Taxation Law • Justice and Education Law Application Deadline 4:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time, Wednesday, February 28, 2018. Who Can Apply Anyone who is entitled to work in Canada as of May 1, 2019 and is eligible and required by the Law Society of British Columbia to complete articles in order to practice law in B.C. How to Apply **Applications made online through this website will NOT be accepted.** You must visit  http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program/applying-for-articles and see attachments for information on how to apply for these positions. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered. Complete the application form available from Jan. 15 to Feb. 28, 2018 at http://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/for-legal-professionals/articled-student-program/applying-for-articles; or at your law school; or from Rachel Simunkovic: Rachel.Simunkovic@gov.bc.ca. Deliver to the location listed on the application instruction sheet:     • the application form, together with:    • a cover letter;    • a copy of your law school (LLB/JD) transcript; and    • your résumé (not to exceed three pages).    • If you completed law school outside of Canada, you must also provide us with documentation showing that either you are pursuing a Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation or have been granted the certificate. You will need to have been granted that certificate by May 1, 2019. Who to Contact with Questions   Heidi Hynes, Manager of the Articled Student Program at  250 356-8473 or Heidi.Hynes@gov.bc.ca   Interviews - When   Legal Services Branch: Written interviews  March 26 – March 29, 2018; In person/by videoconference Round April 23 – April 27, 2018 Criminal Justice Branch: Written interviews March 26 – March 29, 2018; In person/by videoconference April 23 – April 27, 2018   Interviews - Where Victoria, Vancouver or by teleconference for applicants  in other locations. How Many Positions  Legal Services Branch: Seven in total; one or two in Vancouver and the rest in Victoria. All positions are civil-focused, with the option of spending six to eight weeks with the Criminal Justice Branch. One of the positions in Victoria is open only to Indigenous Canadian students. Criminal Justice Branch: Ten positions throughout B.C. at B.C.’s Prosecution Service, with the option of rotations of two to three months with the Legal Services Branch. Indigenous Canadian Students The Ministry of Attorney General is particularly interested in receiving applications for all positions from Indigenous Canadian law students. One articled student position with Legal Services Branch is open only to students who identify as Indigenous Canadian. For more information, contact Heidi Hynes. B.C.’s Prosecution Service / Criminal Justice Branch   This is an articled student experience primarily devoted to the practice of criminal law in a Crown counsel office. Students will be based in one of eight Crown counsel offices throughout the province. The application materials must clearly indicate that the applicant has successfully completed, or will enroll in, a Canadian evidence course and a Canadian criminal law course, or has related experience in Canadian criminal law. Preliminary shortlisting for all positions may be done based on law school grades and the clarity and completeness of application materials. Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide further documentation at that time, including confirmation of law school grades and references. All applicants will be contacted by mail or email. Successful applicants will be required to undergo criminal record checks. Successful applicants for positions with B.C.’s Prosecution Service will also be subject to Enhanced Security Screening.  

Job ID:   28454                                   Location: Vancouver - Point Grey Campus   Employment Group:   Excluded M&P   Job Category:   Unassigned   Classification Title:   Articling Student   Business Title:   Articling Student   VP/Faculty:   Peter A. Allard School of Law   Department:   Peter A. Allard School of Law   Salary Range:   $43,833.00 (minimum) - $52,619.00 (midpoint) - $63,142.00 (maximum)         Full/Part Time: Full-Time           Desired Start Date:   2018/02/01     Job End Date:   2019/01/31   Funding Type:   Grant Funded         Closing Date:   2017/12/15   Available Openings:   1                       Return to Previous Page             Guiding principle:  "Midpoint" of the hiring salary range means the individual possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience.                 Job Summary         The Peter A. Allard School of Law, Indigenous Community Legal Clinic (ICLC) exists for two purposes: first, to provide free legal services to the Indigenous community in the Downtown Eastside, and second, to provide legal education to law students in the Allard School of Law. By joining the ICLC, students interested in advocacy, social justice and Indigenous peoples can gain practical experience and make a meaningful contribution to a historically underserved and marginalized community. Working at the ICLC gives students practical hands-on experience managing client files and making court appearances. The ICLC is seeking to hire one articling student to start May 10, 2017. Applicants must have successfully completed ICLC program and be a graduate of Allard School of Law (or UBC Law in past).     Organizational Status         The Articling Student will take direction from the ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers. The Articling student will also support the work of and interact with ICLC legal assistants, pro-bono lawyers, up to 7 law students, community participants, volunteers and affiliates as required.     Work Performed         LEGAL CLIENT SERVICES - Explain the function of the ICLC to people who contact the Clinic by telephone or walk in. - Interview potential clients by phone or in person. Triage indigenous peoples into the legal support services offered within the program. - Compile and review client intake forms with supervising lawyers in order to assist in determining whether the ICLC can offer assistance, should open a client file, and the scope of work that will be involved. - Research and organize information, assist in the provision of letters for clients containing instructions on obtaining adjournments from the court. LEGAL RESEARCH and WRITING - Compile legal research on files at the ICLC by researching appropriate case law and legislation, as well searching and compiling through relevant legal research manuals and databases. - Assist in the preparation of legal factums, legal opinion letters, and research memoranda based on legal research for review of the ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers. - Reviews Reports to Crown Counsel and disclosure from police officers for cases as needed. DOCUMENT PREPARATION - File and service legal documents including affidavits, Applications, Civil Pleadings, Letters of Administration, Notices of Motion, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, Requisitions, and Wills. - Assist in preparing and filing trial books, books of authorities, and books of evidence. ADVOCACY and COURT WORK - Assist supervising lawyers in court to provide legal services for clients on bylaw infractions - Assist supervising lawyers to provide advocacy on specific Indigenous clients in First Nations Courts. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT - Organizes client calendars and meetings as necessary. - Organizes internal databases, legal precedents, and templates as necessary.     Supervision Received         ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers.     Supervision Given         None.     Consequence of Error/Judgement         Errors in judgments during the intake process could result in the client being without legal representation. Failure to report errors could result in ta client not receiving adequate representation. Failure to be sensitive to Indigenous issues and culture could result in alienation of clients or students and of the Indigenous community, resulting in loss of credibility of program.     Qualifications         Applicants must have successfully completed the ICLC program and be a graduate of Allard School of Law (or UBC Law in past). .  - Superior research and writing skills. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision. - Ability to communicate and relate to Indigenous people and their communities. - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple, simultaneous tasks, prioritizing and meeting deadlines effectively. - Ability to work in a team environment and to take instructions. - Ability to use own initiative and make independent decisions. - Ability to draft routine correspondence. Ability to organize workload, identify urgent work items, and set priorities. - Ability to cope with a heavy workload. - Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality. - Ability to deal with distressed, demanding and/or hostile clients. - Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people including those with low incomes, physical/emotional disabilities, limited literacy, or otherwise disadvantaged. - Ability to exercise empathy and to assist disadvantaged clients, including those with mental disabilities, those with low income, or those whose first language is not English. - Ability to exercise sensitivity to aboriginal people's issues. - A demonstrated awareness of the Indigenous community's cultural diversity. - Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism.           . Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.  An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.  We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.      

Ridout & Maybee LLP was founded in 1893 and is internationally recognized as one of Canada’s leading intellectual property law boutiques. Ridout & Maybee LLP has approximately 35 lawyers and agents across its offices in Toronto, Ottawa, and Burlington. Ridout & Maybee LLP is large enough to handle some of the most interesting and challenging intellectual property matters while remaining small enough to provide a tight-knit and collegial work environment. Ridout & Maybee LLP handles intellectual property prosecution and litigation for clients around the world, including some of the world’s largest and most successful businesses as well as innovative small businesses and emerging leaders in innovation. Our professionals have a variety of pre-law backgrounds including, electrical engineering, biotechnology, chemistry, and physics. Summer Law Student and Articling Student Programs The Ridout & Maybee LLP summer and articling student programs provide summer law students and articling students with an introduction to the various areas of intellectual property as well as an opportunity to get to know the firm’s lawyers. As an intellectual property law boutique, Ridout & Maybee LLP does not have a rotation system. Students will work with different lawyers to gain a broad exposure to intellectual property law. Students are encouraged to participate in all stages of client work to get exposure to an intellectual property lawyer’s practice.  We emphasize training, continuing education and feedback. A variety of social activities organized by the firm assist in the integration of students into the fabric of the firm and the intellectual property bar while providing opportunities to get to know the firm’s lawyers and other professionals. Ridout & Maybee LLP offers compensation and benefits competitive with other intellectual property firms. Ridout & Maybee LLP hires both first and second year summer law students in addition to articling students. We also adhere to the Procedures Governing the Recruitment of Students for summer and articling positions set by the Law Society of Upper Canada (“LSUC”). For the applicable due dates for the current year, please speak with your career development officer or visit  www.lsuc.on.ca . Ridout & Maybee LLP works closely with law schools across Ontario and throughout Canada. Please consult your career development office regarding the application process applicable to your law school. Your application should include a cover letter, resume, copy of undergraduate (and graduate, if any) transcripts, copy of law school transcripts (for second year summer and articling applicants), list of upper year courses, and any other information relevant to your interest in and pursuit of a career in intellectual property law. If you are applying to our Toronto or Burlington office, please specify the office(s) for which you wish to be considered. Ridout & Maybee LLP welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Student Recruiting for Toronto and Burlington Offices To contact student recruiting for our Toronto or Burlington offices, please email Tor.students@ridoutmaybee.com . Student Recruiting for Ottawa Office To contact student recruiting for our Ottawa office, please email Ott.students@ridoutmaybee.com .

Company Description When you’re passionate about what you do and where you work, the rest comes easy. That’s the culture at Central 1 Credit Union, and that’s precisely what we’re looking for from you. Supporting nearly 150 member credit unions across British Columbia and Ontario, we’re the backbone of the credit union system in both provinces – taking care of everything from online services and product development, to payment processing, trade association services and more. Our team of over 600 employees represent some of the most innovative, passionate individuals you’ll ever meet; people who honestly care about the organization, its members and each other. In other words, people who love what they do. Job Description Ideally, you are a 2nd year law student able to work part time January – April 2018, full time throughout the summer (May – August 2018), and then part time during the school year (Sept 2018 – May 2019) until graduation. As a Legal Intern you will provide research and other legal support to the Legal and Corporate Secretary Department. Specific Accountabilities: • Working closely with the Legal Department to provide research support. • Conducting research and analysis on various legal matters as requested by a lawyer. • Preparing memos or summaries of relevant research. Qualifications You are a law student or recent law graduate with sound research skills. You have the ability to gather, analyze and organize information from precedents and conduct research from various legislation. You also have the ability to communicate or create accurate, succinct memos or summaries from such research findings. You demonstrate well-developed analytical, organizational and time-management skills in order to be successful at this role. You should also have the ability to write clearly and efficiently, and to maintain the confidential nature of your work. Note: This role does not and will not contribute towards an articling position. Additional Information Please provide your cover letter, resume, and law school transcripts to date in your application. We offer a great working environment, including an on-site fitness center and cafeteria. We are only a short walk along the seawall to Granville Island and the beaches of Kitsilano. Central 1 is proud of is committed to helping our employees achieve personal success and offers a competitive salary and variety of career development opportunities. Central 1 is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you have a request for a disability-related accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Reporting to: Legal Counsel Grade: Student