Articling Student – Toronto – 2026-2027

Samfiru Tumarkin; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national litigation firm is seeking Articling Students for the 2026-2027 term in Toronto. The role involves legal document production, research, and shadowing lawyers in court. Candidates should be adaptable, detail-oriented, and interested in employment law. This hybrid position offers flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in litigation and employment law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Legal document production, research, and handling Small Claims Court files.
• Shadowing legal representatives at mediations, motions, and trials.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Ability

Customer Service

Adaptability

Job description

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is a busy national litigation firm with offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary, and Vancouver — specializing in employment law, as well as personal injury and insurance litigation.

We’re currently accepting applications for Articling Students for the 2026-2027 term at our Toronto office.

At Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Articling Student responsibilities include legal document production (including demand letters, claims, etc.), research, handling the day-to-day carriage of Small Claims Court files under the supervision of a lawyer or paralegal, shadowing legal representatives at various appearances including mediations, motions, and trials, and completing various administrative duties as needed.

This position is hybrid, with the option to work remotely or from our office. A reliable home internet connection is required for remote working.

We’re looking for someone responsive, eager to learn, adaptable, and who enjoys a fun, fast-paced environment. The right candidate will be someone who can see themselves practicing employment law and who has the right personality for a demanding litigation practice.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A demonstrated interest in litigation and specifically employment law
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A customer service mentality and high level of professionalism
• Excellent attention to detail and keen organizational ability
• Flexibility to work independently or as part of a team
• The ability to prioritize and meet urgent deadlines

To apply, please send your resume, cover letter, law school transcript, post-secondary transcript(s), and up to two reference letters (optional) to Julia De Carli (Knowledge Management Lawyer) at [e-mail] .

No writing samples please. Applications must be received by Friday, June 27, 2025 at 5:00pm EDT.

Any questions regarding the application process and student program should be directed to Julia. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted (no phone calls please).

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP reviews and interviews students in accordance with the guidelines set out in the Law Society of Ontario’s Articling Recruitment Procedures. Please visit the Law Society of Ontario’s website for further information.

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