Why Pitblado Law
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Why Pitblado?
Articling Program
Every firm has one, but our program is flexible – designed to help you gain experience in a broad range of practice areas. The program works for those seeking variety and opportunity to explore different areas of law. We treat articling and the education of students seriously: you are welcomed as part of our team, and lawyers make themselves available to help you. In addition, we have an active associates’ committee that liaises with the partnership on matters of common interest.
Articling students are assigned a Principal (Partner) who is a good fit for you, but you are also free to accept work from any lawyer, ensuring a diverse experience in working with a range of people and files. Further, students are encouraged to seek files in practice areas of interest – you are in the driver’s seat. You have an opportunity to explore areas in which to specialize, and an opportunity to see files through from start to finish.
Program Details
Principals
Principals ensure all requirements of your articling year (per the Law Society of Manitoba) are completed. Your Principal is also your mentor, guiding you through every aspect of the articling experience.
Feedback
Essential to articling, you can expect feedback and open dialogue. Expect it to be from your Principal, colleagues, and management team.
Formal evaluations occur semiannually with the Partner in charge of the Articling program, with informal check-ins occurring intermittently.
Admin + Tech Support
We provide you an office and administrative support to help you concentrate on learning the practice of law. We provide orientation on Firm systems and access to a comprehensive library.
Social Events
We value relationships. That’s why we host weekly “TGIF” in our lawyers lounge, sponsor an annual family picnic and golf tournament, and host staff holiday and family parties.
Marketing + BD Support
We provide comprehensive marketing and business development (BD) support to assist you in developing your practice. The Firm hosts regular BD lunches, networking events, and also provides you a dedicated budget to support these activities.
CPLED + CLE
Our articling students enroll in the Accelerated PREP program which runs from May to August. During this time, articling students work exclusively on PREP so that when they arrive at Pitblado in September of their articling year, they can focus solely on honing their legal skills.
Students are also encouraged to participate in continuing legal education through courses offered by the Law Society of Manitoba, and Manitoba Bar Association.
Salary + Benefits
We offer competitive salary, PREP tuition, professional memberships and event coverage.
Enjoy two weeks paid holidays and group insurance/benefits.
If you are invited to remain after articling, the Firm also covers Law Society practice fees.
Our Commitment
We are committed to help you succeed.
Your Principal not only ensures all articling requirements are met, but will mentor you along the way. In addition to articling and educational support, we are committed to training within the Firm.
Your career in law will continue to evolve, and in working with us, you will always have opportunities to learn and advance ahead of competition.
We recruit colleagues, not students
It is our expectation that students become colleagues. If you are invited to remain with us after your Call, we have a formal mentorship program for all Associates.
We invest a great deal in our articling students, lawyers and Partners, and take pride in you investing in a career with us.
Who we are looking for
We are not looking for a single “type” of student, and we know great lawyers come from a wide range of backgrounds. What matters most to us are the qualities you bring to the table and how you approach the work.
Work Experience
If you have worked before, whether in an office, a restaurant, retail, construction, or anywhere else, we would like to hear about it. Experience outside of law often teaches valuable skills like teamwork, responsibility, and dealing with people.
Coachability
No one starts out knowing everything. We value students who are open to feedback, willing to ask questions, and eager to improve.
Life Experience
School is only one part of what shapes you. Tell us about experiences that have helped you grow, take on responsibility, or see the world differently.
Self-Sufficiency
Our students are given real work and real responsibility. We appreciate people who take initiative, stay organized, and are comfortable figuring things out while asking for help when needed.
Being a Good Person
This might be the most important one. We work closely together and care about maintaining a supportive, respectful environment. Kindness, integrity, and treating people well matter here.
Join Us!
We are hiring students for the 2027/28 articling year. Applications are now being accepted until 12 noon on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 to Karen Poetker, Partner and Chair of the Executive Board, at [email protected].
We request that you include the following items:
Submit your Articling Program questions to Karen Poetker.
Please note all applicants must meet the Law Society of Manitoba’s current admission requirements.