Articling Student

Hall & Larocque LLP; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

CPLED costs

Job summary

Hall & Larocque LLP, a Winnipeg-based Indigenous-owned law firm, seeks one to two Articling Students for 2027-2028. The role supports lawyers in Manitoba across Indigenous rights, governance, corporate, commercial, and real estate matters.

The successful candidate will gain access to senior mentorship in a down-to-earth, collaborative environment. Responsibilities include drafting documents, legal research, client communication, and supporting Indigenous governments and businesses.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required.
• Eligible to take CPLED course.
• Interest in Indigenous rights, development, and governance.

Responsibilities

• Support lawyers in Indigenous governance, law/policy development, and financing.
• Assist drafting Government-to-Government and procurement agreements.
• Contribute to due diligence and negotiations on commercial real estate and corporate matters.
• Draft a variety of legal documents and conduct relied-upon research.
• Maintain organized case files and client communications.

Skills

Indigenous rights

Indigenous governance

Indigenous development

Corporate law

Commercial law

Education

Juris Doctor degree

CPLED eligible

Job description

Apr 27

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

About Us

Hall & Larocque LLP is a 100% Indigenous-owned law firm based in Winnipeg, Manitoba (with offices in Winnipeg and Vancouver), dedicated to empowering Indigenous communities, businesses, and entrepreneurs. We blend legal expertise with a profound respect for Indigenous rights, offering innovative solutions and collaborative advice to Indigenous governments, businesses, and entrepreneurs, in areas such as:

• Business and economic development
• Lands and resource development
• Corporate structuring and restructuring
• Commercial transactions
• Governance
• Laws and policy development
• Taxation
• Trust
• Regulatory and Dispute Resolution

We are seeking one to two Articling Students for 2027-2028.

The Role

Our Articling Student will work in our Winnipeg office supporting our lawyers and clients in Manitoba. The successful applicant will have access to resources and mentorship from the firm’s senior lawyers. A demonstrated interest in the following areas is important:

• Indigenous rights
• Indigenous economic development
• Indigenous governance
• Corporate
• Commercial
• Real Estate

We are seeking someone dedicated, quick to learn, and comfortable in a down-to-earth and collaborative environment. We value independence and transparency, and are willing to help you develop your skills and reach your career goals.

The Work

Indigenous Governments

• Support lawyers in providing legal counsel and support to Indigenous governments in areas including governance, law/policy development, and financing.
• Assist lawyers in the negotiation and drafting of Government-to-Government Agreements.
• Assist lawyers in guiding clients through the consultation and accommodation process, ensuring their voices are heard in major projects.

Indigenous Businesses

• Support lawyers advising Indigenous businesses on corporate organization, governance, and policy development.
• Assist lawyers in providing comprehensive guidance on procurement processes, compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Assist lawyers in negotiations and drafting of commercial agreements, ensuring the protection of Indigenous business interests.

Commercial Real Estate

• Conduct due diligence for commercial real estate transactions.
• Support negotiations for acquisitions, dispositions, and leases in commercial real estate.
• Draft commercial lease agreements.
• Support lawyers regarding land development projects.
• Assist lawyers in financing transactions related to commercial real estate ventures.

Private Businesses and Entrepreneurs

• Assist lawyers in providing support for start-ups and high-growth businesses, assisting with incorporations, corporate organization and reorganization, and corporate transactions.
• Provide support for equity and debt financing deals, including with regard to securities regulatory compliance.
• Draft commercial agreements in various industries.
• Research legal matters related to regulatory compliance in various industries.

General Support

• Draft a variety of legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research to stay updated on relevant laws and regulations, and contribute to articles and blog posts.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files through practice and corporate records management software.

Client Communication

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree
• Eligible to take CPLED course

Compensation

• $55,000 per annum
• Health Insurance
• CPLED costs

Hall & Larocque is an equal-opportunity employer, and while we do not discriminate, we encourage Indigenous applicants to apply.

Elyda Rotaru

Articling Student