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CategoryLawson Lundell
Firm NameLawson Lundell
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Official Sources ReviewedOfficial firm sources reviewed
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AvailableHigh confidence
OfficesCalgary, Kelowna, Vancouver, Toronto
Summer Class Size12–14
Articling Class SizeNot verified
Hireback
2025 hireback:
Office SizeNot verified
Firm TypeRegional full-service law firm
Practice Strengths
Corporate / CommercialCommercial LitigationReal EstateNatural ResourcesIndigenous Law+ 4 more
Student ProgramOfficial 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
Collaborative cultureStrong mentorshipWestern Canadian focusResponsive and nimble environment+ 4 more
Recruiting Themes
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
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: lawson-lundellNALP: lawson-lundellVBA: Vancouver 2027/2028 Hiring IntentionsUltra Vires: Vancouver Summer 2026 2L Recruit Results
CompensationOfficial 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.
CultureOfficial careers materials emphasize collegiality, teamwork, mutual respect, client service, open-door access, mentorship, and regional decision-making.
WorkloadOfficial materials describe meaningful student work, self-directed summer exploration, and articling rotations. Specific workload expectations should be verified directly with Lawson Lundell.
Recruiting NotesOfficial 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 NotesOfficial 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 Updated2026-05-30

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