lawyer

Credential Awarded:

Ontario College Diploma

As a student, you'll train to become a law clerk, assisting lawyers in private law offices and in the law departments of government and industry. You'll acquire an understanding of the general principles of law and receive specific training in the skills appropriate for law clerks.

You will use your well-developed literacy skills in every course as you interpret detailed instructions, both verbal and written, and prepare a variety of legal documents and letters. Your fluency in English is critical for your success and there is a high focus on communicating effectively from the beginning of your program to graduation.

Areas of concentration include Real Estate, Corporate and Commercial Law and Litigation.

Meet all the necessary academic requirements and you will have the opportunity to participate in an unpaid field placement. This provides you with practical work experience 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.

• 30 w.p.m. (net) at the end of first semester
• 40 w.p.m. (net) at the end of second semester
• 45 w.p.m. (net) at the end of third semester
• 50 w.p.m. (net) for graduation

Program Eligibility:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with:
  • Grade 12 English: ENG4(C) or ENG4(U)
  • OR Mature Student Status (age 19 or older) with the above prerequisite course(s), their equivalent(s) or appropriate Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Certificate program credits (see Academic Upgrading ).

• Although not required for admission, the following are recommended for your success in the program:
  • Grade 12 Mathematics: (C) or (U) or Grade 11 Mathematics: (U) or (M)
  • Grade 11 Canadian History and Politics Since 1945
  • High degree of computer literacy and keyboarding skills at 35 w.p.m.