Articling Student (2027-2028)

City of Mississauga•Mississauga, ON

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The City of Mississauga’s Legal Services Division is seeking two Articling Students for the 2027-2028 articling term, which will last for 10 months. This role is part of a hybrid work model, allowing for two remote work days per week, with exceptions for court attendance and in-office meetings. The program includes an Articling Student Exchange Program with Pallett Valo LLP, a Mississauga law firm, for a 4-to-6-week period to provide experience in private practice.

Requirements

Qualified to commence articling on August 16, 2027, in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, for a period of ten (10) months.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others.
Strong legal research skills and facility using digital and online reference materials and tools.
Excellent writing skills and the ability to draft clear, concise and persuasive memoranda, pleadings and other legal documents.
Strong oral communication skills, with a willingness to appear in court.
Strong organization and time-management skills and the proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work.
Ability to attend, arrive on time, and travel between various City of Mississauga sites and courthouses.

Nice To Haves

Previous court, mock trial, mooting and/or legal clinic experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research.
Draft memoranda and other legal opinions.
Draft legal documents, such as by-laws, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and court pleadings or submissions.
Prosecute municipal by-law charges, Highway Traffic Act charges, and other Provincial Offences Act matters on a weekly basis.
Be responsible for the carriage of simple files appropriate for their level of knowledge and experience.
Provide support to lawyers on different matters relating to the operations of the City of Mississauga.
Accompany lawyers and prosecutors to client meetings, examinations for discovery, mediations, hearings and similar events to gain hands-on experience in the practice of law.
Participate in the Articling Student Exchange Program with Pallett Valo LLP.
Perform other duties as assigned.