Student Experience
What to Expect
Algonquin College is proud to provide a diverse and dynamic student experience. Check out the highlights below to get a sense of what to expect as a student in the Law Clerk program.
Success Stories and Testimonials
“My experience in the program provided me with valuable skills and industry knowledge. The Law Clerk work placement program got me the job I wanted with a great law firm.”
— David, Graduate
Work-Integrated Learning
As a student, you develop and practise the skills that are essential for a successful career, including:
- paying attention to details and independently following instructions
- organizing client files and managing deadlines
- interviewing clients
- performing general office procedures
- working with legal software to compile information and prepare documents
- compiling evidence and documentation
- maintaining corporate documents and filings
- entering data in legal forms and drafting routine correspondence
- preparing briefs
- learning about family, estates, civil litigation, corporate, administrative and real estate law practices
- engaging in civil litigation and research
Benefit from the ability to participate in an off-site field placement or in an in-class workplace simulation. These experiences give you real-world experience and an opportunity to practise your skills.
Apply your credits towards further study
Students can apply their credits towards a degree through articulation agreements with partnering universities. You can get advanced standing in a Bachelor of Professional Arts degree at Athabasca University, a Bachelor or Business degree at the University of Western Sydney, and a student exchange with TAFE NSW in Australia.
For more information please visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/degree-pathways/