Articled & Summer Student Programs
Hamilton Duncan is the Fraser Valley’s preeminent law firm, boasting a team of more than 30 talented lawyers and 60 excellent support staff. Located in Surrey – one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, and one that is much more affordable than Vancouver – we provide high-end legal services to a wide variety of clients in an assortment of interesting and challenging matters across diverse areas of practice. We pride ourselves in our commitment to our community and our collegial workplace and want people who value a culture and management style that fosters respect while rewarding individual responsibility, initiative and creativity and providing opportunities for further development
Hamilton Duncan offers students the chance to learn from experienced lawyers in an environment in which both teamwork and individual initiative are valued, at a firm that allows them to explore areas of law in which they have an interest in. At Hamilton Duncan, our articling students have the opportunity to experience all of this, in an area that is one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, without the bustle of downtown Vancouver.
We hire students in the hopes that they will one day become associate lawyers, not merely as sources of revenue. Our goal is to provide our articling students with valuable, well-rounded, practical experience that will assist them in their careers moving forward.
Students in their second year of law school are invited to apply for summer student positions, which run from May through August. Summer students who perform well will generally be invited back as articled students the following year.
Applications
If you wish to apply for a position as a student at our firm, please email your application to Pavanpreet Athwal, Human Resources Manager, at pathwal@hamiltonduncan.com.
Your application should include a cover letter, your resume, and both your law school and undergraduate transcripts. You may choose to include no more than two letters of reference, but you are not required to do so. Please merge all documents into one PDF application package. The subject line of your email should read “2L Summer Student Position [year]” or “Articled Student Position [year]” as the case may be.
Note: While we thank all applicants for their interest in our firm and keep all applications on file in the event of future openings, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
Current Application Deadlines:
- 2L Summer Students for 2025: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
- Articled Students for 2025: Not accepting applications
Our Student Committee Chair
Sarah Weber
Partner, Litigator
Our Current Students
Amandeep Cheema
Articled Student
Amandeep Cheema is currently undertaking her articles with Hamilton Duncan Law Corporation. She obtained her law degree from Thompson Rivers University, where she has consistently demonstrated exceptional academic performance, regularly earning well-deserved placements on the Dean’s List.
Amandeep’s commitment to excellence extends beyond her academic achievements. She served as the co-chair of External Relations for the TRU Society of Law Students Conference, showcasing her strong leadership and organizational skills in coordinating a successful event. Additionally, Amandeep excelled in the Western Canada Family Law Negotiation Competition, where she and her team secured first place. This accomplishment highlights her exceptional negotiation skills, ability to work collaboratively, and dedication to achieving excellence in her legal endeavors.
Outside of her academic and professional pursuits, Amandeep finds solace through her passion for hiking and travelling. Amandeep’s exceptional academic record, her enthusiasm for the law, combined with her adventurous spirit, make her a well-rounded and valuable member of the legal community.
Reshmin Randhawa
Articled Student
Reshmin Randhawa is an enthusiastic articled student with Hamilton Duncan Law Corporation. Reshmin graduated law school at the University of Manitoba. With a passion for the law and a drive for excellence, Reshmin brings a unique perspective and strong work ethic to her role.
Reshmin actively contributed to her law school’s pro bono program, working diligently at the Law Library Hub. As part of this initiative, she provided invaluable assistance by offering free legal information, referrals, and form filling services to individuals seeking support with family law matters. Reshmin’s dedication to helping those in need exemplifies her commitment to making a positive impact through accessible legal services.
Outside the legal world, Reshmin enjoys reading, travelling, and trying new culinary experiences at unique restaurants. Reshmin’s dedication to academic excellence, community involvement, and well-balanced lifestyle exemplifies her commitment to personal and professional growth in the legal community.