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CategoryFaskenLawson Lundell
Firm NameFaskenLawson Lundell
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OfficesCalgary, Vancouver, Montréal, Ottawa, TorontoCalgary, Kelowna, Vancouver, Toronto
Summer Class Size9–1112–14
Articling Class SizeNot verifiedNot verified
Hireback
2025 articling hireback was 6 offers made to 8 students seeking positions.Year: 2025, Students Seeking Positions: 8, Offers Made: 6, Hireback Rate: 75%
2025 hireback:
Office SizeNot verifiedNot verified
Firm TypeNational full-service law firmRegional full-service law firm
Practice Strengths
Corporate / CommercialLitigation & Dispute ResolutionLabour & EmploymentNatural ResourcesIndigenous Business Law+ 5 more
Corporate / CommercialCommercial LitigationReal EstateNatural ResourcesIndigenous Law+ 4 more
Student ProgramStudent-facing materials typically emphasize mentorship, training, practice exposure, and meaningful work on active client matters. Public student program information should be verified directly with the firm.Official Vancouver student materials describe a second-year summer program with a self-directed work model and no formal summer rotations. The articling program includes broad rotations across solicitor, litigation, regulatory, labour and employment, and corporate work.
Culture Themes
Strong mentorshipStructured trainingCollaborative environmentProfessional but approachable+ 6 more
Collaborative cultureStrong mentorshipWestern Canadian focusResponsive and nimble environment+ 4 more
Recruiting Themes
Toronto Articling 2027-28: The firm is not hiring articling students for the 2027-28 Toronto cycle.Ottawa Summer 2026: Participating in the recruit process and extending invitations after successful interview stages.Calgary Office: Participates in the 1L recruit rather than the 2L recruit.Vancouver Summer 2026: Participating in the formal VBA recruitment process.+ 20 more
Vancouver Summer 2026: Participating in the Vancouver recruit process and TRU Law OCI process.Calgary 1L Summer 2026: Participating in the Alberta 1L recruit process.Applications are submitted through viDesktop / viLawPortal.Application requirements include:+ 26 more
Interview Style / Insights
Personality and fit matter significantly.Conversational and authentic interactions are preferred.Over-rehearsed answers are discouraged.Demonstrating work ethic, resilience, and initiative appears to be viewed positively.+ 9 more
Attention to detail remains important.Candidates should be prepared to discuss:Why Lawson Lundell specificallyInterest in Western Canadian business law+ 5 more
Sources Used
Firm Source Vault: faskenNALP: faskenVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Vancouver Summer 2026 2L Recruit Results
Firm Source Vault: lawson-lundellNALP: lawson-lundellVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Vancouver Summer 2026 2L Recruit Results
CompensationCompensation information to be verified. Exact figures may vary by office and recruit year.Official Vancouver materials state that students are compensated competitively in the downtown Vancouver legal market and that the firm covers certain Law Society and PLTC-related costs. Exact amounts should be verified directly with Lawson Lundell.
BillablesBillable target information to be verified. Expectations may differ across offices and practice groups.Billable target information to be verified.
CulturePublic-facing materials generally describe a professional, national platform with emphasis on training, client service, and cross-office collaboration.Official careers materials emphasize collegiality, teamwork, mutual respect, client service, open-door access, mentorship, and regional decision-making.
WorkloadWorkload may fluctuate around transaction closings, litigation deadlines, regulatory steps, and urgent advisory work.Official materials describe meaningful student work, self-directed summer exploration, and articling rotations. Specific workload expectations should be verified directly with Lawson Lundell.
Recruiting NotesRecruiting details may vary by office and recruit cycle. Candidates should connect their interests to office-specific practices in markets such as Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and Montréal, as well as the firm's national platform.Official Vancouver materials say Lawson Lundell follows Vancouver Bar Association recruitment guidelines and requests summer applications through viRecruit with a cover letter, resume, official transcripts, and GPA calculation.
Interview NotesInterview preparation should include examples of judgment, teamwork, writing, and interest in business law or advocacy.Official student materials say candidates meet with small groups of lawyers at different levels and may interact with a larger group. Current interview details should be verified directly with Lawson Lundell.
Last Updated2026-05-302026-05-30

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Fasken

National full-service law firm

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Corporate / CommercialLitigation & Dispute ResolutionLabour & EmploymentNatural ResourcesStrong mentorshipStructured training

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Regional full-service law firm

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Corporate / CommercialCommercial LitigationReal EstateNatural ResourcesCollaborative cultureStrong mentorship

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