Articling Student, Justice Canada, Prairie Region

Statement of Merit Criteria and Conditions of Employment
(Winnipeg, Saskatoon, Edmonton, Calgary)

Articling Student LP-00

Essential Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Bachelor of Law Degree (at time of appointment)
• Eligible for articles pursuant to the rules of the Law Society of (Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba)
• Demonstrated academic experience.

Abilities and Skills

• Ability to analyze legal problems
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing
• Ability to communicate effectively orally

Core Competencies

• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Linguistic competencies: English Essential

“Asset” Qualifications

• May be given consideration in the screening phase or appointment phase.
• Proven academic experience.
• Experience working in a legal environment.
• Experience volunteering or participation in extra-curricular activities

Organizational or Operational Needs

May be given consideration in the screening phase or appointment phase.

In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities and Women.

Condition of Employment

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