Articling Student (2026-2027)

City of Mississauga; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city as an Articling Student, where you'll gain hands-on experience in diverse legal areas including municipal law, public procurement, and civil litigation. This exciting opportunity offers a unique exchange program with a private law firm, enhancing your legal journey. You'll work closely with experienced lawyers, conduct legal research, and draft essential legal documents, all while contributing to the vibrant community of Mississauga. Embrace this chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Qualified to commence articling in July 2026 as per Law Society of Ontario.
• Strong legal research and writing skills required for drafting legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents including by-laws and contracts.
• Prosecute municipal by-law charges and assist lawyers in various legal matters.

Skills

Legal Research

Interpersonal Skills

Writing Skills

Oral Communication

Organization Skills

Time Management

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Articling Student (2026-2027)

Req ID:26252
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: 10 months
Number of Positions:2
Closing Date:05/15/2025

Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special! The City of Mississauga’s Legal Services Division is a full-service law department that handles a wide variety of interesting and rewarding files that directly impact the way people live, work and play in Mississauga. The City is searching for two (2) Articling Students for the 2026-2027 articling term, consisting of 10 months employment. Our hybrid work model will allow you to work remotely two days per week, except as required to attend courthouses and to attend our offices at 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, L5B 3C1 for in-person meetings to satisfy client needs and as required.

The successful candidates will also be participating in our exciting Articling Student Exchange Program with the Mississauga law firm of Pallett Valo LLP. In an effort to provide you with a more well-rounded articling experience, you will be participating in an exchange program with Pallett Valo for 4 weeks to gain an understanding of life as a lawyer in private practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will report to the City Solicitor and work with the Articling Principal and other members of the Legal Services Division. The Articling Student will work on files in the following practice areas: municipal law, public procurement and commercial law, real estate, leasing, expropriations, environmental, construction law, intellectual property, planning & development law, civil litigation, labour & employment law, and Provincial Offences Act prosecutions.

The Articling Students will do the following:

1. conduct legal research;
2. draft memoranda and other legal opinions;
3. draft legal documents, such as by-laws, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and court pleadings or submissions;
4. prosecute municipal by-law charges, Highway Traffic Act charges, and other Provincial Offences Act matters, on a weekly basis;
5. be responsible for the carriage of simple files, appropriate for their level of knowledge and experience;
6. provide support to lawyers on different matters relating to the operations of the City of Mississauga;
7. 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;
8. participate in the Articling Student Exchange Program with Pallett Valo LLP;
9. perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

Legal Services is looking for two (2) Articling Students who possess the following:

1. qualified to commence articling in July, 2026 in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, for a period of ten (10) months;
2. excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others;
3. strong legal research skills and facility using digital and online reference materials and tools;
4. excellent writing skills and the ability to draft clear, concise and persuasive memoranda, pleadings and other legal documents;
5. strong oral communication skills, with a willingness to appear in court. Previous court, mock trial, mooting and/or legal clinic experience is an asset;
6. strong organization and time-management skills and the proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work;
7. ability to attend, arrive on time, and travel between various City of Mississauga sites and courthouses.

Application Instructions and Information:

The City of Mississauga will follow the Law Society of Ontario recruitment rules for employers outside of Toronto/Ottawa. Interviews will be conducted in person at 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga, L5B 3C1 after May 15th and ending before May 30th, 2025.
Interested applicants must submit each of the following documents through the City of Mississauga jobs portal located here: (https://jobs.mississauga.ca/?locale=en_US). Once on this page, click on “view all jobs” and select the job title: Articling Student. The application deadline date is May 15th, 2025. All incomplete or late applications will be disqualified.

1. Cover Letter;
2. CV/Resume;
3. Transcripts from Law School and all post-secondary educational institutions attended;
4. The names of 2-3 individuals (and contact details) that you consent to the City of Mississauga contacting as your References.

Hourly Rate/Salary:$43.19 - $57.59 (based on Salary Grade E $78,602 - $104,806)
Hours of Work:35
Work Location:Civic Centre
Organization Unit:CMO/Legal Services
Department/Division/Section:CMO/City Manager's Office,CMO/Legal Services,Legal Services
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Accommodations

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.