Why Choose Emond Harnden
Join the largest team of labour and employment lawyers in the National Capital Region.
Your Future Starts Here
Emond Harnden is a leading labour and employment law firm, founded in 1987. We’re proud to serve clients across Canada’s public, private, and not-for-profit sectors in both official languages. We’re the largest boutique-style firm in the National Capital Region, representing management.
Real Experience, Real Impact
At Emond Harnden, students learn by doing. You’ll work alongside our lawyers at arbitrations, collective bargaining, mediations, and examinations. You’ll attend client and witness meetings and contribute to litigation and bargaining strategy. From drafting pleadings to preparing complex legal opinions, you’ll gain hands-on experience that builds your confidence and skills.
What We Offer
Emond Harnden is committed to developing top talent from within. The firm hires 1L and 2L summer students as well as articling students.
Here’s what you can expect:
The formal application process for the 2024-2025 articling student position is now closed.
Mentorship: You will be assigned an associate mentor to guide you through your articles.
Professional Development: Ongoing training and opportunities to build your legal expertise.
Competitive Compensation:
Total annual salary: $62,000, prorated over the articling period.
$6,000 bonus (half will be paid at the first pay period of the articling phase and the remaining will be paid at its conclusion).
Full tuition coverage for the Law Society of Ontario licensing process.
Paid parking or bus pass.
Three weeks of paid vacation.
Wellness expense reimbursement up to $500.
Five days of paid sick leave.
For 1L and 2L hiring, click here to apply. Applications for 2025 summer students open on December 6, 2024 until January 16, 2025.
Mentorship: You will be assigned an associate mentor to guide you through your summer.
Professional Development: Ongoing training and opportunities to build your legal expertise.
Mentorship and Development
Grow With Us
Our open-door policy means you’ll have access to a wealth of knowledge from all of our lawyers. With both formal and informal mentorship opportunities, we focus on helping you thrive. Many of our partners and associates started as articling students, so we know how important early development is to your future success. More than one-third of the firm’s partners and associates articled at the firm. Over the years, Emond Harnden has offered employment to nearly two-thirds of its articling students.
Diversity & Inclusion
Helping to Build a More Inclusive Legal Community
We strive to attract, retain and promote lawyers and staff who are the best at what they do and who reflect the diversity of the communities where we live and work, particularly for those who have been historically excluded from, and under-represented in, the practice of law. In addition, we strive to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in support of our relationships with our clients and the institutions and communities from which we recruit our diverse talent.
Community
Be Part of Something Bigger
At Emond Harnden, we’re more than just a law firm. We believe in building a sense of community both inside and outside the office. As an articling student, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in a variety of social events and networking opportunities that help foster relationships with colleagues and professionals across the industry.
Join us for firm-wide gatherings, seasonal celebrations, and team-building activities that create a supportive and collaborative work environment. Whether it’s a holiday party, summer barbecue, or friendly competition, our social events are designed to bring the team closer together.
Throughout your articling term, you’ll be invited to attend industry events, conferences, and seminars, giving you the chance to expand your professional network and learn from experts in labour and employment law.
Emond Harnden is proud of its commitment to the community. We regularly participate in charitable initiatives and local outreach programs. As a student, you’ll have the chance to contribute to these efforts, helping to make a positive impact in Ottawa and beyond.
Hear From Our Students
Don’t just take our word for it—here’s what some of our past students have to say:
Recognizing Excellence in Law
Recognized by Best Lawyers in the Best Law Firms-Canada rankings as a Tier 1 firm for Labour and Employment Law, 2025
Named as one of Canada's Best Law Firms by The Globe and Mail in the Labour & Employment Practice area, 2025
Four of Emond Harnden's lawyers have been recognized in Best Lawyers Canada, 2025
Both founders of Emond Harnden has been included in the 2024 Edition of the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
Applying to Emond Harnden
Articling Positions
Emond Harnden is searching for graduates with a strong record of academic success. The firm also requires students who are articulate, energetic and capable of working within a collegial and respectful office environment. A demonstrated interest or background in labour or employment law or industrial relations – though not absolutely necessary – is an asset for students who apply to our firm.
The formal application process for the 2024-2025 articling student position is now closed.
Summer Positions
To apply for a 2025 summer student position, please send your application package through the ViRecruit Portal.
Connect With Us
Email us at resumes@ehlaw.ca.
Attention: Mallory Scott
Emond Harnden is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the grounds protected by the Human Rights Code of Ontario. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please contact our Human Resources Department at resumes@ehlaw.ca.
Career Opportunities
LAWYERS
Join our team of legal professionals at a top boutique labour and employment law firm.
LAW STUDENTS
From academics to practicing law: we offer a comprehensive, supportive and structured program.
LEGAL ASSISTANTS
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