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CategoryBennett JonesOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Firm NameBennett JonesOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
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OfficesCalgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, TorontoCalgary, Vancouver, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, New York City, NY
Summer Class Size6–86–8
Articling Class SizeNot verifiedNot verified
Hireback
Specific hireback percentages not verified.
2025 Hireback:2026 Hireback:
Office SizeNot verifiedNot verified
Firm TypeNational full-service law firmNational full-service law firm
Practice Strengths
CorporateSecuritiesMergers & AcquisitionsCommercial Real EstateInfrastructure+ 3 more
Commercial LitigationCorporate / Capital MarketsEmerging & High Growth CompaniesVenture CapitalPrivate Equity+ 8 more
Student ProgramOfficial student materials describe training, mentorship, hands-on work, and professional development. Vancouver materials say summer students can explore practice interests, while articling students complete formal rotations and receive mentor/principal support.Student-facing materials typically emphasize training, mentorship, sophisticated client work, and early exposure to business law files. Public student program information should be verified directly with the firm.
Culture Themes
National-firm resources with a smaller-office feelStrong Western Canadian identityAccessible lawyersSupportive recruitment team+ 7 more
Intellectual curiosityHumilityStrong mentorshipTeam-oriented environment+ 4 more
Recruiting Themes
Toronto 1L Summer 2026: Participating in the recruit process.Toronto 1L recruitment is limited to JD/MBA, JD/MA, and BCL/JD candidates.Toronto 1L interviews are conducted in person.Toronto 2L Summer 2026: Participating in the recruit process.+ 8 more
Vancouver Summer Student Hiring:2025: 7 students2026: 9 students2027 Projection: 8–9 students+ 13 more
Interview Style / Insights
Cover letters should be concise and easy to read.Candidates should reference specific conversations with firm members whenever possible.Meaningful networking interactions appear to be valued.Students are encouraged to avoid memorized or scripted interview responses.+ 6 more
Participates in OCI programs at numerous Canadian law schools.Participates in the ITLNCA Network OCI Program.Recruitment follows Vancouver Bar Association timelines.Foreign-trained candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis.+ 8 more
Sources Used
Firm Source Vault: bennett-jonesNALP: bennett-jonesVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Toronto Summer 2026 2L Recruit Numbers+ 1 more
Firm Source Vault: osler-hoskin-and-harcourt-llpNALP: osler-hoskin-and-harcourt-llpVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Vancouver Summer 2026 2L Recruit Results
CompensationCompensation information to be verified.Compensation information to be verified. Students should confirm current information with the relevant office.
BillablesOfficial student materials say Bennett Jones does not have targeted billable hours for students. Current expectations should be verified directly with the firm.Billable target information to be verified. Workload and expectations may vary by practice group and office.
CultureOfficial careers materials emphasize excellence, respect, business focus, transparency, professional relationships, mentorship, and hands-on student development.Public positioning generally emphasizes business-focused client service, technical excellence, and complex transactional and advisory work.
WorkloadOfficial Vancouver materials describe hands-on work and rotation-based exposure. Workload expectations should be verified directly with Bennett Jones.Workload may be deadline-driven around financings, transactions, tax steps, regulatory matters, and litigation milestones.
Recruiting NotesOfficial Vancouver materials say applications are submitted through viRecruit, addressed to the Vancouver office contact, and handled according to Vancouver Bar Association guidelines.Recruiting details may vary by office and recruit cycle. Candidates should prepare to discuss business interests, firm-specific practice strengths, and why the selected office, such as Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, or Montréal, fits their goals.
Interview NotesOfficial Vancouver materials say in-firm interviews are conducted in person, with virtual accommodation available if preferred by the candidate. Other interview details should be verified directly with Bennett Jones.Interview preparation should include commercial awareness, clear examples, and questions about training, staffing, and junior responsibility.
Last Updated2026-05-302026-05-30

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Bennett Jones

National full-service law firm

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CorporateSecuritiesMergers & AcquisitionsCommercial Real EstateNational-firm resources with a smaller-office feelStrong Western Canadian identity

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

National full-service law firm

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Commercial LitigationCorporate / Capital MarketsEmerging & High Growth CompaniesVenture CapitalIntellectual curiosityHumility

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