Student Applications
Stay in touch for 2026-2027 Student Application deadlines.
At Swainson Miki Peskett LLP, we pride ourselves on our collaborative approach to law. We work together to consistently strive for excellence and innovation for our clients. Our firm thrives via the team-oriented culture we have created. For junior lawyers, this means suggestions are always heard and questions always welcomed.
APPLICATION DETAILS
ABOUT US
Swainson Miki Peskett LLP is a high-volume, full-service business law firm specializing in Commercial Real Estate & Lending, Corporate Commercial, and Commercial Litigation services. We pride ourselves on our client focused, pragmatic approach to the law, delivering tailored solutions and building longstanding client relationships through the delivery of exceptional legal work and a high level of client service.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Swainson Miki Peskett LLP is seeking to add a talented and motivated Summer Students to join our team in 2026. Our ideal candidate will have a keen interest in Commercial Real Estate, Corporate, and/or Commercial Litigation practice. The candidate chosen for this position will work alongside our senior lawyers, paralegals, and clients learning through both hands-on training and observation of all stages of advisory and transactional legal work. Check back later this year for application deadline information.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties, to be completed under the direct supervision of a barrister & solicitor, include but will not be limited to:
Drafting legal documents;
Preparing correspondence;
Conducting legal research and preparing corresponding memos;
Attending both court appearances and client meetings; and
Completing administrative tasks as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Currently enrolled as a 1L/2L law student at a Canadian law school;
Strong work ethic & inter-personal skills; and
Interest in Corporate-Commercial, Commercial Litigation, Employment & Labour, Privacy, and/or Commercial Real Estate & Lending practice work.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, all post-secondary transcripts (sealed transcripts are not required), and references to recruitment@smpllp.ca.
Applications should be addressed to our Student Committee, Graeme R. Swainson & Aly L. Fry.
Offers will only be extended during the Summer Student Recruitment Period, as defined by the Law Society of Alberta.
Questions can be directed to recruitment@smpllp.ca.
