Diploma in Law Clerk (Accelerated) Seneca Polytechnic - Seneca at York Campus, Canada

This is an accelerated version of our Law Clerk program. If you have a previous postsecondary degree or diploma, you will finish this program in nine months instead of four semesters. The program will prepare you to work under the supervision of a lawyer in a fast-paced legal environment. In addition to learning about legal principles and ethics, you will obtain practical, hands-on training that will equip you for success in the workplace. The curriculum focuses on criminal, immigration, intellectual property, personal injury, real estate, corporate and commercial, and family law as well as litigation, wills and estates, etc. with an emphasis on the technological skills needed in these practice areas.

Taught by lawyers and law clerks with excellent professional experience, the program offers students opportunities to engage with current law clerks, leading industry experts, and legal recruiters through workshops, law firm tours, court visits, career preparation events, field placement, and various speaking engagements.

Fluency in English is critical to your success in the program and the legal environment, and there is a strong focus on communicating effectively from the beginning of your program to graduation.

Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:

• Liaising with clients, courts and other legal professionals
• Conducting legal research, reviewing legislation and synthesizing relevant information
• Editing legal forms and court documents
• Co-ordinating and organizing evidence
• Managing client records and billing procedures
• Helping interview witnesses and industry experts
• Drafting correspondence and documents using cutting-edge legal software
• Carrying out complex tasks with minimal supervision
• Proofreading and professional communication

Work Experience
Field Placement
If you meet all necessary academic requirements, you will be eligible to participate in 20 days of unpaid field placement at the end of your final semester, which gives you practical work experience, networking opportunities, and exposure to potential employers. With the support and assistance of the School's faculty and staff, you will play an active role in securing your placement. Successful completion of field placement is a requirement for graduation.