Articling Student at UBC Innocence Project
The University of British Columbia
Full-time
Management & Operations
Location
vancouver, metro vancouver regional district, Canada
Posted
July 16, 2026
Job Description
Become a vital member of the UBC Innocence Project as an Articling Student. Gain hands-on experience in client legal services, research, and court document preparation.
Reporting directly to the Project Director, you'll support essential client interactions and perform legal research to gather case-related information. The position involves drafting crucial legal documents, preparing for court, and advocating for clients in post-conviction reviews while educating law students and volunteers about the process.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft legal memoranda and correspondence
• Compile and research legal case files
• Prepare court documents such as submissions
• Assist in interviewing potential clients
• Provide advocacy for client applications
Requirements:
• Commitment to equity and inclusion values
• Strong research and writing skills
• Effective interpersonal communication
• Capability to prio...
Reporting directly to the Project Director, you'll support essential client interactions and perform legal research to gather case-related information. The position involves drafting crucial legal documents, preparing for court, and advocating for clients in post-conviction reviews while educating law students and volunteers about the process.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft legal memoranda and correspondence
• Compile and research legal case files
• Prepare court documents such as submissions
• Assist in interviewing potential clients
• Provide advocacy for client applications
Requirements:
• Commitment to equity and inclusion values
• Strong research and writing skills
• Effective interpersonal communication
• Capability to prio...