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

Female Law Clerk graduate“Algonquin College really helped me adapt to a new environment as an international student. It also prepared me for my current career not only academically, but professionally as well.

The Law Clerk program taught me so many important skills such as punctuality, respect, and attention to detail. The curriculum was up-to-date regarding real life law practices. I’m forever grateful to all my professors and all the staff.”
— Norah Marcellus, Graduate, Legal Assistant in the Evidence Management Team, Department of Justice

 

“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/