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CategoryFarris LLP
Firm NameFarris LLP
Source Status
Official Sources ReviewedOfficial firm sources reviewed
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AvailableHigh confidence
OfficesVancouver, Toronto
Summer Class Size6–8
Articling Class SizeNot verified
Hireback
2025 articling hireback was approximately 83%.
Office SizeNot verified
Firm TypeRegional full-service law firm
Practice Strengths
Corporate & CommercialCommercial LitigationMergers & AcquisitionsSecuritiesReal Estate+ 8 more
Student ProgramOfficial student materials describe a supportive, self-directed student experience with mentorship, responsibility, and opportunities to explore practice areas. Students may attend court and chambers, client meetings, examinations, transaction closings, and draft court documents and commercial agreements.
Culture Themes
BC-focused identityLocal decision-makingEntrepreneurial cultureRelationship-driven environment+ 6 more
Recruiting Themes
Vancouver 2L Summer 2026: Participating in the Vancouver recruit and TRU Law OCI process.Applications are submitted through viLawPortal.Application materials include:Resume+ 12 more
Interview Style / Insights
Authenticity is heavily emphasized.Candidates should avoid overly scripted answers.Recruiters place significant value on:Grit+ 10 more
Sources Used
Firm Source Vault: farris-llpNALP: farris-llpVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Vancouver Summer 2026 2L Recruit Results
CompensationOfficial student materials state that salary and benefits are competitive with the large-firm Vancouver market. Exact amounts should be verified directly with Farris.
BillablesOfficial student materials state that Farris does not base its philosophy on billable targets for students, associates, or partners. Current expectations should be verified directly with Farris.
CultureOfficial sources emphasize support, diversity, performance, responsibility, mentorship, independence, and freedom to explore practice interests.
WorkloadOfficial student materials describe hands-on assignments, direct lawyer collaboration, court and transaction exposure, and a self-directed workflow rather than strict rotations.
Recruiting NotesOfficial student materials say Vancouver summer student hiring follows Vancouver Bar Association interview guidelines and is open to second-year law students attending Canadian law schools.
Interview NotesOfficial student materials reference Vancouver Bar Association interview guidelines and list recruitment-cycle milestones, but current interview details should be verified directly with Farris.
Last Updated2026-05-30

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