2027-28 Articling Student - Vancouver
About The Position
Ecojustice offers a unique articling experience, focusing on environmental law. We are currently seeking one articling student in the Vancouver office for the 2027-28 term to provide litigation support to our program team of lawyers by conducting legal, policy, and general research, preparing legal memoranda primarily in the areas of environmental and administrative law, drafting pleadings and preparation of case books, assisting in researching and writing Ecojustice reports, assisting with requests for information and reviews under the Freedom of Information Act and Access to Information Act, and interacting with clients and other non-governmental environmental organizations.
Requirements
- Demonstrated interest in environmental law and a desire to work in the public interest area
- Familiarity with environmental and administrative law
- Excellent research and writing skills
Nice To Haves
- Enjoy building meaningful, collaborative partnerships with equity-seeking groups
- Operationalizing JEDI-R values in day-to-day practices and operations
Responsibilities
- Conducting legal, policy, and general research
- Preparing legal memoranda primarily in the areas of environmental and administrative law
- Drafting pleadings and preparation of case books
- Assisting in researching and writing Ecojustice reports
- Assisting with requests for information and reviews under the Freedom of Information Act and Access to Information Act
- Interacting with clients and other non-governmental environmental organizations
Benefits
- Flexible work environment and work schedule
- Employer-paid extended health benefits package
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness spending of $500 per year
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
