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Job Summary Working for the City means you are part of something big, something special! The City of Mississaugas Legal Services Division is a fullservice law department that handles a wide variety of interesting and rewarding files that directly impact the way people live, work and play in Mississauga. The City is searching for two (2) Articling Students for the 20272028 articling term, consisting of 10 months employment. Our hybrid work model will allow you to work remotely two days per week, except as required to attend courthouses and to attend our offices at 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga for inperson meetings to satisfy client needs and as required. The successful candidates will also participate in an exciting Articling Student Exchange Program with the Mississauga law firm of PallettValoLLP. Over a 4to6week period they will gain an understanding of life as a lawyer in private practice. Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidates will report to the Director, Special Projects (who will also serve as the Articling Principal) and collaborate with other members of the Legal Services Division. The Articling Students will work on files in the following practice areas: municipal law, public procurement and commercial law, real estate, leasing, expropriations, environmental, construction law, intellectual property, planning & development law, civil litigation, labour & employment law, and Provincial Offences Act prosecutions. Conduct legal research. Draft memoranda and other legal opinions. Draft legal documents such as bylaws, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and court pleadings or submissions. Prosecute municipal bylaw charges, Highway Traffic Act charges, and other Provincial Offences Act matters on a weekly basis. Be responsible for the carriage of simple files appropriate for their level of knowledge and experience. Provide support to lawyers on different matters related to the operations of the City of Mississauga. Accompany lawyers and prosecutors to client meetings, examinations for discovery, mediations, hearings and similar events to gain handson experience. Participate in the Articling Student Exchange Program with PallettValoLLP. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Qualifications Qualified to commence articling on August 16, 2027 in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society of Ontario, for a period of ten (10) months. Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others. Strong legal research skills and facility using digital and online reference materials and tools. Excellent writing skills and the ability to draft clear, concise and persuasive memoranda, pleadings and other legal documents. Strong oral communication skills, with a willingness to appear in court. Previous court, mock trial, mooting and/or legal clinic experience is an asset. Strong organization and timemanagement skills and the proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work. Ability to attend, arrive on time, and travel between various City of Mississauga sites and courthouses. Application Instructions and Information The City of Mississauga will follow the Law Society of Ontario recruitment rules for employers outside of Toronto/Ottawa. All first and second round interviews will be conducted virtually (through WebEx) between May 22, 2026 and May 27, 2026. Interested applicants must submit each of the following documents through the City of Mississauga jobs portal. The application deadline date is May 13, 2026. Please note that all incomplete or late applications will be disqualified. Cover Letter CV/Resume Transcripts from Law School and all postsecondary educational institutions attended. Names of 23 individuals (and contact details) that you consent to the City of Mississauga contacting as your references. Hourly Rate/Salary: $44.27$59.03 (based on Salary Grade E $80,567$107,426) Hours of Work: 35 Work Location: Civic Centre Organization Unit: LEG/Legal Services Department/Division/Section: LEG/Legislative Services Dept, LEG/Legal Services, Legal Services NonUnion/Union: Non Union The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr