| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-01-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Law Clerk (LCK)
Program Overview
The Law Clerk program is a two-year legal paraprofessional program that equips students with the knowledge and skills required to work alongside lawyers on their cases in a corporate, government, or law firm setting. The curriculum is taught by legal professionals with extensive experience, focusing on real estate, corporate and commercial law, litigation, wills and estates, and family law.
Program Details
- Start Dates: January, September
- Campus: Seneca@York
- Delivery: Flexible
- Duration: 4 Semesters (2 Years)
- Credential: Ontario College Diploma
- School: School of Public Safety
About the Program
This program is designed to provide students with the technical skills, principles, and ethics required for practice in the legal industry. The curriculum includes workshops, law firm tours, court visits, career preparation events, a field placement, and speaking engagements. Students will develop fluency in English, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced legal environment.
Skills
Throughout this program, students will develop the following skills:
- Professional communication and proofreading
- Legal drafting
- Problem-solving
- Organization and time management
- Ability to conduct research, review legislation, and synthesize relevant information
- Ability to collaborate and work in group settings
- Proficiency in word processing and legal technology
Work Experience
Field Placement
Students who meet the necessary academic requirements will have the opportunity to participate in an unpaid field placement, providing practical work experience and exposure to potential employers.
Program Availability
- Canadian Applicants
- International Applicants
| Start Date | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| September 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| January 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
Program and Course Delivery
This program is offered in Seneca's flexible delivery format, with some courses delivered online. Students have the option to attend classes in person or online, except for international students applying for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), who must attend in person.
Career Options
Graduates of this program can explore career options in:
- Small to large law firms
- Legal departments of corporations
- Financial institutions
- Government offices
The Seneca Polytechnic Difference
- Degree Pathways: Every Seneca diploma has a degree pathway, allowing students to continue their studies and complete a degree at Seneca or a partner institution.
- Experiential Learning: This program includes a field placement to help students hone essential skills for the workplace.
- Career Support: Seneca Works offers students and graduates lifelong access to an exclusive job board, career coaching, networking, and more.
- Mock Courtroom: Students will gain hands-on, practical experience in Seneca's Mock Courtroom, preparing them for their in-demand career.
Graduate Testimonials
- Annabelle Adjei: "Seneca helped me reaffirm my passion for my career. After attending university and earning my bachelor's degree in criminology, I was burnt out and uncertain about whether criminal law was right for me. I wanted to explore other areas of law while building a solid foundation of practical skills that could be applied to any legal field – and that is what brought me to Seneca."
- Jennifer Kasper: "I researched a few different schools that were offering law clerk programs, but what appealed to me about Seneca was that they really seemed to cover everything within their curriculum. They had all the classes you would need to excel."