Articling Student

Desjardins Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation

Pension plan

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Telework equipment

Job summary

Desjardins Group is seeking Articling Students for our in‑house Property & Casualty Defence team across Toronto, Mississauga and Aurora. The role offers hands‑on litigation experience, managing files from start to finish in insurance defence and civil matters.

You will draft documents, attend proceedings, and shadow lawyers while supporting multiple teams in a fast‑paced environment. Applicants should have a law degree, NCA qualification, and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law or a related field.
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Completion of law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a Canadian university.
• National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) Certificate of Qualification.
• This position is part of the experiential training component for admission to the Ontario Bar.
• Excellent English language proficiency for duties and client interactions.
• Advanced intermediate knowledge in legal research and computer literacy.
• Intermediate knowledge in civil litigation and advocacy.
• Intermediate knowledge in insurance law.
• Advanced intermediate knowledge in word processing and web-based legal research.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a docket of litigation files from start to finish.
• Support insurance defence, subrogation, and general civil litigation matters.
• Draft documents, attend proceedings, and shadow lawyers.
• Work with multiple lawyer teams and manage client communications.
• Gain hands-on experience with Small Claims Court and LAT matters.

Skills

Legal research

Civil litigation

Insurance law

English proficiency

Legal drafting

Education

Bachelor of Law or related field

LL.B. or J.D. degree

NCA Certificate of Qualification

Tools

Word processing

Web-based legal research

Job description

Temporary position for 8 months (Sept 13, 2027 - May 12, 2028) Candidates must include a Cover Letter, CV, and transcripts from both Law School and Undergrad (*You will need to upload one document at a time in the accepted format*) Come join our Property and Casualty Insurance Defence In-house Legal team of over 200 employees across 5 offices, including Toronto, Mississauga, Aurora, Ottawa, and Calgary. Independently carry a case load of litigation files, from start to finish, involving the defence of auto claims, accident benefits, bodily injury, commercial lines, property, subrogation, and coverage work.

Our Property and Casualty in‑house legal department has an exciting career opportunity for Articling Students in our Aurora, Toronto, and Mississauga offices. These positions are an excellent fit for students who are interested in litigation and want hands‑on experience working with skilled in‑house counsel on a variety of files, including insurance defence, subrogation, and general civil litigation.

Students gain hands‑on experience managing their own files while supporting multiple lawyer teams, working on Small Claims Court and LAT matters, drafting documents, attending proceedings, and shadowing lawyers. The placement builds strong client‑management, file‑management, and legal practice skills while providing meaningful exposure to insurance defence and in‑house work. It’s a chance to build practical skills, contribute to impactful files, and experience the pace of a fast‑moving legal team.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria. #LI-Hybrid, #ON07

What you bring to the table

• Bachelor's degree in law or in a related field
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Completion of law degree (LL.B. or J.D.) from a Canadian University or receipt of a National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) Certificate of Qualification by date of commencement of Articling
• This position must be considered as the experiential training component of the Lawyer Licensing Process for the purpose of being called to the Bar of Ontario
• Expert proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
• Advanced intermediate knowledge in legal research and computer literacy
• Intermediate knowledge in civil litigation and advocacy
• Intermediate knowledge in insurance law
• Advanced intermediate knowledge in word processing and legal research using web-based services
• Travel: required to attend another location (Aurora/Mississauga/Toronto) for a department wide event/training
• Action oriented
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Decision quality
• Differences
• Nimble learning
• Situational adaptability

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve. If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family Administration (FG)

Unposting Date 2026-10-22

Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America. We're the choice for over 52,000 employees and we're named one of Canada's top employers by Mediacorp and Forbes. We offer a full range of financial products and services and share our expertise in personal services, business services, wealth management, life and health insurance, and property and casualty insurance. Pursuing a career at Desjardins means being part of an organization that puts people first.

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