Life at Miller Thomson

As a student, I was exposed to a number of practice areas and learned so much about various applications of the law, in a multitude of practice areas. It was a rewarding experience to work so closely with and learn from the firm’s lawyers. I was able to contribute to many projects throughout my work terms, leaving me with a great sense of fulfillment. The training, mentorship and guidance I received is a statement to the firm’s commitment to the professional development of students.

Carter Bezugly
J.D. 2022 – University of Saskatchewan
2020, 2021 Summer Student; 2022/23, Articling Student, Saskatoon

My summer experience at Miller Thomson exceeded all my expectations. I was impressed with how organized the training program was and how summer students remained fully integrated with the team in an all-remote environment. Social events were innovative, fun and truly connected everyone by uniting the offices across Canada. Even in a virtual environment, the Miller Thomson team still went out of their way to check-in with you and ensured you had every opportunity to grow and succeed.

Miller Thomson’s Student Program provided us with the option to customize our summer experience. I explored various practice areas, which allowed me to build strong relationships and affirm my area of interest. I had the opportunity to work on complex and stimulating files alongside industry-leading lawyers who invaluably contributed to my learning. Both my formal and informal mentors were genuinely committed to my professional development as they continuously provided detailed feedback and practice tips. Without a doubt, Miller Thomson cultivates a culture of excellence. I am proud to be a part of the Miller Thomson family, and I look forward to continuing to grow towards many future milestones alongside my friends and colleagues.

Vincent Alaimo
J.D. 2021 – University of Ottawa
2020 Summer Student; 2021/22 Articling Student, Toronto

During unprecedented times, Miller Thomson went above and beyond in ensuring the summer student experience was memorable. Despite working virtually, everyone at Miller Thomson made an incredible effort to integrate students in daily/weekly learning and social activities. The training I received provided me with the tools necessary to effectively contribute to the interesting and complex work available at the firm. Specifically, the work I was involved in varied from completing complex research questions, drafting shareholder agreements, attending a discovery, constructing a presentation for foreign business owners interested in establishing in Canada, and much more. No matter what the task was, I always felt reassured that the Miller Thomson team was ready to guide and support me along the way so that I could make the most of the experience.

Overall, I was able to gain a diverse experience in the type of work available at Miller Thomson. I feel grateful to be a part of such an amazing team and I look forward to continuing my journey here. There is no question that the skills I gained this summer have set me on a path to having a successful legal career.

Kyle Bertsch
J.D. 2021 – Western University
2020 Summer Student; 2021/22 Articling Student, London

Working at Miller Thomson was everything I could have imagined for my 2L summer and more! The non-rotational summer program provided me with the opportunity to connect with lawyers in a variety of different practice groups in order to discover what piqued my interest. Within these groups, I was afforded a great deal of responsibility including working on a small claims file and writing a first draft of a memo for a client. Working closely with partners and associates who were so generous with their time enabled me to get valuable feedback on my work product and learn a great deal early in my legal career.

Though our summer was virtual due to the pandemic, it was clear that the Miller Thomson team genuinely cared about ensuring our summer experience was just as engaging and informative as years prior. Everyone at the firm came together to welcome us, ensure we felt included throughout the summer, and foster connections through training sessions, practice group open houses, and after-hours social events with the summer student cohort. The “open door” policy continued in the virtual world – I felt immediately comfortable with my assigned mentor and found many more informal mentors throughout my summer term that were available to help with questions I had about assignments and working in a firm environment more broadly. I’m excited to be a part of such a great firm and I look forward to welcoming the next summer class!

Amanda Cutinha
J.D. 2021 – University of Toronto
2020 Summer Student; 2021/22 Articling Student, Toronto

From my very first day as a Summer Student with Miller Thomson I felt as though I was set up for success. The extensive training, mentorship (both informal and formal), and hands-on experiences in a variety of different areas of law have greatly helped prepare me for the start of my legal career. The lawyers and staff are incredibly supportive and are dedicated to providing an interesting, exciting, and enriching experience for students.

Mackenzie Laforet
J.D. 2022 – University of Windsor
2021 Summer Student; 2022/2023 Articling Student, London

I was drawn to Miller Thomson for its commitment to delivering superior client service, its team of outstanding lawyers and legal professionals, and its innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. After summering at the firm, I can confidently say that Miller Thomson exceeded all my expectations. As a summer student, I was introduced to many practice areas and had the opportunity to do meaningful work with and learn from many lawyers and legal professionals. The partners and associates at the firm enthusiastically involved students on complex files, provided feedback, and were very much invested in our growth as lawyers. In addition, ongoing formal and informal mentorship provided continuous support and was reflective of the firm’s welcoming and inclusive environment.

What makes Miller Thomson special is the people. Everyone works very hard, takes their work seriously, and enjoys what they do. The collaborative culture is in the fabric of the firm and everyone takes the time to help each other succeed. I am looking forward to returning to the firm for articles and building a long career at Miller Thomson.

Sabrina Lau
J.D. 2021 – University of Windsor
2020 Summer Student; 2021/22 Articling Student, Vaughan

Summering at Miller Thomson was a tremendously rewarding experience. From the outset, the firm took painstaking effort to integrate its students into the firm and oversee our transition into the firm’s culture, which was critical in a remote work environment. My mentors were invested in my growth, and were never reluctant to carve out time in their busy schedules to impart sage advice or provide the support necessary to ensure that I was successful in producing high-quality work. I was also encouraged to seek out work in different areas of practice, to gain broad exposure to the firm’s diverse expertise and to begin to find my own niche in the firm.

I was initially drawn to Miller Thomson because of its people, and my summer experience has reinforced these initial impressions. All of my interactions with the firm’s lawyers, support staff and students were outstanding, and helped cultivate a strong sense of camaraderie in the firm. I feel privileged to be part of the team, and I look forward to returning to complete my articles.

Justin Ng
J.D., 2021 – University of Windsor
2020 Summer Student; 2021/22 Articling Student, Toronto

Aside from being able to enjoy a sense of agency over my work, the non-rotational program at Miller Thomson gave me a special opportunity to develop my entrepreneurial and relationship-building skills. To support us, the firm created meaningful, ongoing networking events and educational seminars, allowing me to connect with people and projects I was genuinely interested in. After completing my summer term, I can say with confidence I am better prepared for articling and beyond.

I was equally impressed by the impact summer students at the firm can have on the trajectory of a case. Having spent most of my summer term with our various litigation groups, it was rewarding to see a unique line of case law that I researched be presented in the final submissions to the Court. At Miller Thomson, I felt that my work truly made a difference to my colleagues, and ultimately our clients.

Patryk Sawicki
J.D. 2022 – Queen’s University
2021 Summer Student; 2022/2023 Articling Student, Toronto