Articling & Licensing
Finding an articling position, getting through the articling year, and the road to being called to the bar.
How the Articling Search Actually Works
The articling search runs differently across provinces. Here is what actually happens, from recruit season timelines to the call you are waiting for.
From Licensing Exams to Call to the Bar: The Home Stretch
Once your licensing exams are done, there are still several steps before you are called. Here is the full sequence so nothing catches you off guard.
Getting Hired Back After Articling
Being offered an associate position after articling is not automatic. Here is what that decision actually hinges on, and what you can do about it.
Preparing for an Articling Interview
An articling interview is a specific kind of conversation. Knowing what they are actually testing for, and preparing accordingly, makes a real difference.
The Good Character Requirement, Explained Plainly
Every licensing candidate must satisfy the good character requirement. Here is what it covers, what to disclose, and what happens if the law society has questions.
Writing an Articling Application That Stands Out
Most articling applications look alike. Here is how to write one that gives a hiring committee a real reason to call you in for an interview.
Ten Things to Track During Your Articling Year
The articling year moves quickly. Tracking these ten things from day one gives you a useful record of your development and makes every step after articles easier.
What to Expect From Your Articling Year
The articling year is unlike anything law school prepared you for. Here is what actually happens, month by month, and how to get through it well.
The Law Practice Program or Articling: What Actually Differs
The LPP and articling both lead to licensure, but they work differently. Here is what sets them apart and how to think about which one fits your situation.
The Licensing Exams, Explained
What the barrister and solicitor licensing exams cover, how they are structured, and what to know before you start studying.
Choosing an Articling Principal Who Will Teach You
The principal you article under sets your baseline as a lawyer. Here is how to assess the relationship before you accept an offer.