Our office is always on the lookout for ambitious and hard-working students who have an interest in being part of our team. As a student at Cheadles, you will be given an opportunity to work with our dynamic lawyers in a wide variety of practice areas.
Cheadles aims to create a positive and rewarding experience for all of our students. Whether you’re a summer student, law student, or an articling student, we want to hear from you!
To apply for an articling position, please send an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, a copy of your most recent law school transcript, and a cover letter telling us about yourself to:
Cheadles LLP
715 Hewitson Street, Suite 2000
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6B5
Email: students@cheadles.com
If you’re applying for an articling, summer student, IPC or LPP position, bring your application package to the attention of Jordan Lester.
Jessica Hayes
Jessica is a law student at the Bora Laskin Faculty of Law, expected to graduate in 2026. She will be joining Cheadles LLP as both a summer and fall placement student this year. Jessica has a strong interest in family law and child protection, with a commitment to serving and advocating for vulnerable individuals.
Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Jessica is passionate about giving back to her community and looks forward to building her legal career in her hometown. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Music, specializing in opera performance, with a minor in Women and Gender Studies from Lakehead University.
Jessica has gained valuable experience through her work at the Lakehead University Community Legal Clinic and the Northwestern Ontario Women’s Centre, where she assisted clients with matters related to Provincial Offences, criminal law, and family law.
Throughout her academic career, Jessica has been actively involved in student leadership and advocacy. She has served as Co-President of the Women in Law Club, Vice President of Communications for the Law Students’ Society, Vice President of the Women and Gender Studies Student Association, and as an executive member of the Lakehead University Senate.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys performing with her band, The Selfies, at various local venues and spending time exploring with her corgi, Onyx.
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