| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Law Clerk Program at St. Lawrence College is a one-year program that prepares students for a career as a law clerk in various legal environments. Graduates are eligible for licensing as a paralegal and have a high employment rate.
Program Outline
Law Clerk Program - St. Lawrence College
Degree Overview:
Overview:
This program prepares students to work in various legal environments, such as law offices, government agencies, legal clinics, and businesses, within one year.
- Develop skills in legal research and writing, document production, and office procedures.
- Enhance employability through a four-week workplace placement.
- Prepare graduates to contribute effectively as part of a legal team in various settings.
Outline:
Program Length:
46 weeks (3 semesters)
Delivery:
Full-time
Program Structure:
The program consists of three semesters, each offering a combination of theoretical and practical courses covering various legal topics, including:
Semester 1:
- Introduction to Canadian Law and Government
- Property Law
- Civil Litigation 1
- Communication and Writing for Law Clerks
- Professional Skills for Law Clerks
- Business Law: Contract/Tort
- General Education Course
Semester 2:
- Conveyancing
- Corporate Law
- Wills & Estates
- Criminal Law
- Legal Research and Writing
- Legal Software Applications 1
- Civil Litigation 2
- General Education Course
Semester 3:
- Legal Accounting
- Small Claims and Administrative Tribunals
- Legal Research Project
- Legal Software Applications 2
- Field Placement: Law Clerk
- Career Development for Law Clerks
- Family Law
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
The program utilizes various assessment methods to evaluate students' understanding and skills, including:
- Assignments (e.g., research papers, legal documents, case briefs)
- Exams (e.g., multiple-choice, essay)
- Presentations
- Participation
- Performance during the internship
Assessment Criteria:
Assessments are evaluated based on criteria specific to each course, typically focusing on:
- Accuracy and application of legal knowledge and principles
- Analytical skills and critical thinking
- Communication and writing abilities
- Research skills and legal citation
- Professionalism and ethical conduct
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
The program uses a variety of teaching methods to engage students and promote effective learning, such as:
- Interactive lectures
- Case studies and problem-solving exercises
- Group discussions and debates
- Simulations and role-playing activities
- Guest speaker presentations
Faculty:
The program is taught by experienced legal professionals and academics with expertise in their respective fields.
Careers:
Career Opportunities:
Graduates of this program are equipped to work in various settings as law clerks, including:
- Law firms and legal departments
- Government agencies and ministries
- Legal clinics and community organizations
- Financial institutions and businesses
- Court houses
- Insurance companies
- Private corporations
Typical Job Titles:
- Law Clerk
- Legal Assistant
- Paralegal
- Legal Secretary
- Legal Assistant
- Conveyancing Assistant
- Litigation Assistant
- Estate Administration Assistant
- Court Clerk
- Students have the opportunity to participate in the Law Society of Upper Canada's Law Clerks Licensing Exam and obtain licensing as a licensed paralegal.
- The program is accredited by the Law Society of Ontario and recognized as meeting the educational licensing requirements.
- Graduates are eligible for membership in professional organizations, such as the Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario (ILCO) or the Law Clerk Division of the Ontario Trial Lawyers' Association.
- The program emphasizes ethical and professional conduct, essential for a successful and fulfilling legal career.
- Graduates of the Law Clerk program have a high employment rate and are well-equipped to succeed in their chosen careers.
