Candidates enrolled in the Law Society of Ontario’s lawyer licensing process who hold a Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized Canadian law school, or an equivalent degree as determined by the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA), and who have successfully passed licensing exams and obtained a Certificate of Qualification (for internationally trained lawyers), are eligible. Candidates must also be authorized to study and work in Ontario.
For future candidates
Accredited by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO), the LPP offers a structured and innovative alternative to traditional articling, enabling participants to fulfill the experiential requirements of the Law Society.
Program Overview
Imagine meeting a client, opening a file, and starting work on their business acquisition. Or receiving a call from a client who has been arrested. Shortly after, you're tasked with drafting pleadings in a civil case that requires legal research. The next day, you're assigned another research project, attend a virtual meeting about client confidentiality, another session with a real estate expert, and a professional development webinar.
Welcome to a glimpse of the first four months of the LPP's training component! This is not a classroom—it’s simulated law firm work. You’ll engage in activities and assignments that build the skills needed to practice law. Once the training is successfully completed, you’ll start your in-person work placement (the placement component), applying everything you’ve learned. This pathway to licensure is equivalent to articling. The eight-month LPP sets you up for success.
Who is eligible?
Why Choose the University of Ottawa’s Law Practice Program (LPP) ?
How Do I Enroll in the LPP?
LPP registration begins with the Law Society of Ontario. The LPP team will then contact you by email to complete the University of Ottawa’s LPP enrollment form.
Getting Started
| Order | What | Why |
|---|---|---|
o1 | Attend an Information Session | Learn about the program, its expectations, and the success stories of current and former candidates. Replay past sessions here. |
02 | Apply through the Law Society of Ontario | Candidates must first enroll in the Law Society’s licensing process through the LSO website. |
o3 | Choose the French LPP | Once registered for the licensing process, select the French LPP pathway in the Law Society portal. The Law Society will provide the LPP with a list of registered candidates. |
04 | Respond to the LPP | Beginning in the spring, candidates registered for the LSO licensing process who have chosen the French LPP will start receiving communications from the LPP to begin the University of Ottawa’s enrollment process and receive credentials. |
05 | Key Dates | Familiarize yourself with program timelines. |