Students

For more information about our student program, please contact:

Valarie Matthews
valarie@mccarthyco.ca
647-691-7659
Lauren Hanna
lauren@mccarthyco.ca
647-729-3694

Summer & Articling Programs

MHC is a progressive, friendly, and team-oriented boutique family law firm.

Applications for our 2026 Summer Law Student Program is now closed. We will post information on future application periods on this site.

If you have questions about our Summer & Articling Programs, please reach out to Valarie Matthews (valarie@mccarthyco.ca).

MHC is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications for equity seeking groups, including individuals of indigenous descent, racialized individuals, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us.

“Having summered at the firm, I was thrilled to return to MHC as an articling student. The lawyers and support staff at MHC are incredibly welcoming and kind. The firm truly operates as a team. I was fortunate to spend 10 months learning from lawyers who are masters of their craft, and who emphasize the importance of hands-on training. MHC cares about their students. I learned more than I could have imagined and was encouraged throughout my articles to approach family law with compassion and confidence. I cannot thank the lawyers and staff at MHC enough for creating such a rewarding student program.”

“I could not have asked for a better experience as an Articling Student. The past year has been filled with an incredible amount of learning, hands-on experience, humour, and some unforgettable experiences. I found all the lawyers at MHC amazingly talented and welcoming – the collegial and open-door culture of the firm made it easy for me to walk into any office to resolve my concerns. I feel incredibly fortunate to have Articled here, and am looking forward to returning as an Associate in the fall.”

“I was extremely excited to summer with McCarthy Hansen, and I am pleased to say that my experience exceeded my expectations. All of the McCarthy Hansen lawyers and staff are both knowledgeable about, and dedicated to, family law. But, more importantly, everyone I encountered at the firm acted with integrity and kindness.

The work I did was both interesting and academically rigorous – allowing me to engage with clients and explore complex legal questions in a very supportive learning environment. I cannot wait to return to the firm for my articling year.”

“My articling year at McCarthy Hansen & Company LLP has been an incredibly rewarding and transformative experience. Learning from such a dedicated and talented team has been an absolute privilege. Every day has brought new insights into the complexities of family law, sharpened my legal skills, and deepened my empathy and understanding of our clients’ circumstances. I am continually inspired by the people and environment at MHC. The mentorship I have received has been unparalleled, and because of that, I feel prepared and excited to transition into my role as an associate this fall.”

“As a summer student and articling student at McCarthy Hansen & Company LLP, I was consistently met with support, kindness, and a genuine commitment to my professional growth. I was fortunate to encounter the firm’s diverse set of family law matters while learning from leaders in the family law bar. The tasks I was entrusted with gave me invaluable insight into the day-to-day realities of litigation, out of court-settlement, and private practice at large. MHC grants students a multitude of experiences and I am sincerely grateful to work with such an incredible team of lawyers and staff.  I leave my student experience not only equipped to step into an associate role but deeply inspired to continue learning and growing within the firm.”

“In the entirety of my law school and articling journey, MHC has been the best part. I am grateful to have learned from incredible MHC lawyers and clerks who not only supported my growth and answered my many questions but ensured that I had opportunities to develop new skills and broaden my legal knowledge. I participated in all aspects of file work including everything from letter writing, researching, and document drafting to preparation and attendance at alternative dispute resolution processes, court appearances, and appeal hearings. The size of MHC allowed me to engage with a diverse range files that ran the full spectrum of family law issues and even, at times, intersected with other areas of law. MHC has taught me that a career in family law can be interesting, rewarding, and, most importantly, enjoyable. I look forward to using the very skills I have learned at MHC throughout my career, but especially, as I enter my first year of practice when I return to MHC as an Associate.”

“McCarthy Hansen & Company LLP was the perfect place to start my legal career. As a summer student and articling student, I always felt that the firm was invested in my growth and development. I had the opportunity to take on challenging and rewarding work with the guidance of incredibly talented and kind mentors. I am thrilled to be returning as an associate and look forward to practicing family law with this amazing team.”

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