Updated January 2023

If you are considering legal studies and want to focus on career paths that do not require a university degree, law clerk could be an ideal option.

Law clerks or legal administrators assist lawyers with a wide range of tasks that include everything from routine office operations to specialized legal research and document preparation.

In this post, we break down some of the most common pros and cons of working as a law clerk, as well as job and salary information for clerks in Ottawa. We hope this information gives you a clearer picture of this career path and helps with your decision-making process.