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CategoryOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Firm NameOsler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Source Status
Partially Source-ReviewedPartial official sources reviewed
Source Vault
AvailableHigh confidence
OfficesCalgary, Vancouver, Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, New York City, NY
Summer Class Size6–8
Articling Class SizeNot verified
Hireback
2025 Hireback:2026 Hireback:
Office SizeNot verified
Firm TypeNational full-service law firm
Practice Strengths
Commercial LitigationCorporate / Capital MarketsEmerging & High Growth CompaniesVenture CapitalPrivate Equity+ 8 more
Student ProgramStudent-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
Intellectual curiosityHumilityStrong mentorshipTeam-oriented environment+ 4 more
Recruiting Themes
Vancouver Summer Student Hiring:2025: 7 students2026: 9 students2027 Projection: 8–9 students+ 13 more
Interview Style / Insights
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
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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. Students should confirm current information with the relevant office.
BillablesBillable target information to be verified. Workload and expectations may vary by practice group and office.
CulturePublic positioning generally emphasizes business-focused client service, technical excellence, and complex transactional and advisory work.
WorkloadWorkload may be deadline-driven around financings, transactions, tax steps, regulatory matters, and litigation milestones.
Recruiting NotesRecruiting 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 NotesInterview preparation should include commercial awareness, clear examples, and questions about training, staffing, and junior responsibility.
Last Updated2026-05-30

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