Tag

#boutique firms

2 articles

Vancouver's downtown towers rising above the harbour at dusk

Career Paths7 min read

From Big Law to Boutique: Why Lawyers Downshift

Leaving a large firm for a smaller one is rarely about burnout alone. Here is what actually drives experienced lawyers to downshift, and what they gain and give up.

Elena MarchettiMay 19, 2026

A student drafting at a desk beside a notebook and a warm cup of coffee

Articling8 min read

Articling at a Boutique Firm: The Case for Going Small

Boutique firms hand you real files early, real feedback often, and a front-row seat to how a practice actually runs. Here is what you gain, what you give up, and who thrives.

Maya RomboutNovember 24, 2021