Bachelor in Law Clerk (Accelerated) - Pathways

At Seneca Polytechnic, tuition fees are 17,500 CAD per year; applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Aug 31, 2027.

Navigating the complex interplay between legal theory and practical administrative efficiency requires a specialized skill set that bridges the gap between courtroom procedure and corporate compliance. The Law Clerk (Accelerated) programme is designed for individuals who have already established a foundation in post-secondary education and are looking to fast-track their entry into the legal profession.

By compressing rigorous training into a nine-month intensive format, this programme provides a streamlined path for students to master the essential competencies required by modern law firms and corporate legal departments. Participants engage with the following core pillars of legal practice:

• Procedural law and document preparation for litigation and corporate filings.
• Electronic discovery and legal research methodologies.
• The nuanced ethical responsibilities governing the conduct of law clerks within the Ontario legal system.

This credential serves as a high-velocity launchpad for those aiming to assist lawyers in managing legal files effectively. Beyond the immediate technical training, students benefit from Seneca's extensive academic pathway network, allowing graduates to seamlessly transition into degree-level studies at various partner institutions if they choose to further their academic trajectory in fields such as justice studies, business, or the humanities.