Lawson & Associates
JMann Law Firm has an extensive history of successfully practicing criminal law at all levels of court. Students-at-law plays an integral role in our firm and as a result, we are looking for individuals who share our values, and work ethic, and strive for legal excellence.
JMann Law Firm provides articling students with a unique opportunity to learn the practice of criminal law in a challenging and supportive environment. Students will article to one of our senior partners and will be expected to assist other lawyers in the firm. Our students are fully integrated and exposed to all aspects of the firm during their time with us, including oral and written advocacy, trial preparation, negotiation, and practice management.
During the 12-month articling period, students will be able to gain experience in the fields of Criminal Law and Administrative Law. The firm has close relationships with respected civil law firms that can offer exposure to other areas of law, such as Corporate Commercial, Civil Litigation and Family Law. To support students in meeting the demands of articling, in-office time will be allotted for students to work on the Practice Readiness Education Program (PREP). JMANN LAW FIRM will cover their students’ PREP and Law Society fees.
Students with the firm will provide valuable support to the lawyers in our firm and will have the opportunity to open their own files. You will be assigned a variety of responsibilities from the start of your article as we strongly believe in developing your skills, experience, and knowledge through direct involvement. Some of the tasks you will be expected to perform are legal research and writing, assistance with court appearances and trials, visiting in-custody clients, and providing support for other members of the firm.
At JMANN LAW FIRM we are looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for criminal law and a strong desire for excellence. If you are interested in an articling position with our firm please provide us with a short and informative application that outlines your accomplishments, any special achievements, skills, interests, and reasons for applying for this position. Please also forward the following information in your application:
We are considering applications for one articling student for 2022-2023 to begin their articles in Spring 2022. Applications should be provided by June 1, 2022.
We are also considering applications for one articling student for 2023-2024. We will conduct interviews in accordance with the Law Society of JMANN LAW FIRM. Applications should be provided by June 1, 2022.
Submit your application via email to [email protected] in one PDF file. The firm welcomes applications from students who will be clerking at the courts before commencing their articles at a firm.