Our lawyers appear at labour hearings at both the Provincial and Federal levels. In addition, we negotiate collective agreements, appear at arbitrations and provide advice on the interpretation of collective agreements and legislation. The Firm represents several major transport clients, notably courier, bus and trucking businesses. We deal with the complex regulatory environment faced by these companies, as well as with their corporate and commercial concerns, labour and employment matters and litigation, including cargo claims. We encourage students to ask questions and we are prepared to answer questions that would assist the student to determine whether Owen, Bird is the right law firm.
Students are welcome to meet our current articling students, associates, partners and staff.
We typically only hire three to four students and have historically kept on a significant percentage as associates. However, our approach has resulted in a retention record that is significantly better than most firms in Vancouver. In light of this approach, we conduct thorough interviews and make offers to those who we think have the potential to become successful associates and partners. We pay a salary that is competitive with other major Vancouver law firms. In addition, our students are covered by a benefit package, which includes B.C. medical benefits, group life and disability insurance and extended health coverage.