Summer student opportunity 2017

If you have a demonstrated interest in the area of  Aboriginal law, which covers a wide range of practice areas, we encourage you to submit your application. We are a law firm dedicated to advancing justice for Aboriginal peoples. Our firm of 28 lawyers serves Aboriginal governments, organizations and individuals in a variety of numerous practice areas, including aboriginal and treaty rights litigation and negotiation, corporate law for Aboriginal businesses (including acquisitions, financing, corporate governance, and renewable energy), labour and employment law, environmental and cultural protection, representation at inquests and various tribunals, as well as other areas.

Applications, including cover letter, resumé, transcripts, and a brief writing sample (limited to 2 pages) may be sent to:

Nichole Gehbauer, Summer Student Coordinator
Olthuis Kleer Townshend LLP
250 University Avenue, 8^th Floor
Toronto, ON  M5H 3E5
ngehbauer@oktlaw.com

E-mail applications are preferred and receipt of e-mails will be acknowledged by return e-mail.

Recruitment for this position is governed by the Law Society of Upper Canada’s recruitment guidelines  found here: “Procedures Governing the Recruitment of Students for Summer 2017 Positions in the City of Toronto”.

The deadline for applications is August 22, 2016 at 5 p.m. Calls to arrange interviews will be made after 8 a.m. on October 28, 2016. Interviews will commence November 7, 2016 after 8 a.m. until November 9, 2016 at 5 p.m.

Potential offers of employment will be communicated on November 10, 2016 after 8 a.m.