Nelligan Law is an innovative and progressive firm that prides itself on being open and informal. Considered one of Ottawa’s premier law firms, the firm was established in 1963 and has grown from two to over 40 lawyers.
Approximately half of our lawyers are female. We are located on the 3rd floor of 50 O’Connor Street, at the corner of O’Connor and Albert streets in Ottawa. From its inception, Nelligan Law has always strived for excellence, and has earned the respect of our clients, the community, and the legal profession.
Our client list includes individuals, small and medium size businesses, entrepreneurs, professional organizations, insurance companies, financial institutions, condominium corporations, and local and national labour unions and associations.
Our goal at Nelligan Law is to provide all of our clients, regardless of their size, with the highest quality professional standards in every aspect of our business.
At Nelligan Law, we believe your articling experience should be a supportive and meaningful start to your professional journey, helping you explore and shape the direction of your career.
We’re proud to offer a and rewarding articling program focused on your growth and development as you move toward your Call to the Bar. Our program is designed to give students meaningful, hands‑on experience and the practical skills needed to confidently transition into practice.
Choosing where to article is a big decision, and we recognize that the recruitment process is a two‑way street. We want to ensure that our firm is the right fit for your goals, interests, and working style. We encourage you to learn about who we are, ask questions, and bring your authentic self to every step of the process.
Curious about what it’s like to article at Nelligan Law? Connect with our current students to learn more about their experiences, insights, and tips for the application process.
Kevin Arnel
613-231-8220
Devanshi Soni
613-231-8262
Nehemie Surin
613-231-8258
If you are a student, and have any questions about the articling or summer student program, please do not hesitate to contact Pamela El-Feghaly.
If you wish to contact any of our current articling students, please call us at 613-238-8080 or feel free to email us.
We recruit students who, in addition to having performed well academically, have demonstrated leadership qualities and community involvement.
We look for individuals who are dynamic, highly motivated, and who have developed exceptional interpersonal and communications skills.