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  What are you looking for in the students you hire?
  We're looking for dedicated, well-rounded individuals who are passionate about the practice of law, but who also maintain interests outside of school and work. At Gowlings we're all about the team, so we want people who recognize the value of teamwork, but who can also work independently when the occasion calls for it.
  How would you describe the Gowlings culture?
  The atmosphere at Gowlings is best described as professional and informal. More than a leading law firm, Gowlings is a community of professionals ... a community in which every individual contributes and every idea counts. Gowlings people work together to achieve meaningful results for our clients. Beyond providing our students with professional growth opportunities, we also encourage them to develop social connections. We make time for friendships and organize numerous and varies social activities for the participants of both our student and articling programs.
  How many professionals does Gowlings have across the country (as of May 2010)?
 
Montréal79
Ottawa166
Toronto221
Hamilton30
Waterloo Region42
Calgary94
Vancouver51
  How many students do you hire?
  Each year, Gowlings' Montréal office selects approximately eight students to do their articling at the firm. This small number allows for the hiring of those who successfully complete their articling at our Firm.
  Are students-at-law paid?
  In order to give the best support to our students-at-law and allow them to concentrate fully on their studies, we offer a competitive salary.
  Are students-at-law paid while they read for the Bar?
  In order to encourage our students while they read for the Bar, we offer them a competitive salary compared to that of other firms in Montréal, in addition to assuming the registration fees and book costs.
  What salary and benefits do you offer the articling students you hire?
  Our commitment to our articling students includes a competitive salary, based on the market rate for articling students. When they begin their articling program, they receive generous medical and dental benefits.
  How can I find out more about Gowlings' student and associate programs?
  For more information, contact Martine Guimond, Student and Articling Committee Chair, 514.392.9583 or martine.guimond@gowlings.com.

 
 


 
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