Law Clerk
Provide support to Solicitors, Lawyers and Judges with legal documents and case files.
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- What's it like to be a Law Clerk?
- How to become a Law Clerk
- Latest Law Clerk jobs
- Top skills and experience for Law Clerks
- Is Law Clerk the right role for you?
- Law Clerk role reviews
What's it like to be a Law Clerk?
Law Clerks are legal studies graduates who provide support to Solicitors, Lawyers and Judges. They conduct research, compile case files, prepare legal documents and write reports. Law Clerks may also perform specialised clerical tasks related to court proceedings.
Tasks and duties
- Supporting legal teams with decisions and strategies.
- Conducting legal research and offer analysis and interpretation.
- Preparing briefs, legal documents, reports and evidence.
- Supervising the filing of documents.
- Managing the junior members of the legal team.
- Performing basic courtroom duties.
- Scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings.
- Attending hearings to take notes and writing court reports.
How to become a Law Clerk
While not essential, many Law Clerks complete a relevant tertiary qualification before entering the role.
- Complete a Bachelor of Law. If you already have a degree in another discipline, you can complete a Juris Doctor. Alternatively, a VET qualification such as an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice (22565VIC) can introduce you to some of the skills required for the role.
- Seek an internship while studying to gain hands-on experience assisting lawyers with their daily duties.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Law Clerk employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Legal Research
Personal Injury
Personal Injury Law
Client Liaison
Legal Correspondence
Professional Legal Practice
Drafting Correspondence
Thoroughness
Conveyancing
File Management
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Latest Law Clerk reviews
Apr 2025
Working in law is not for the faint of heart.
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Secretarial
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationLegal
The good thingsWhat I liked was poviding comprehensive administrative support, transcribing high-volume correspondence and assisting highly stressed clients. I enjoy providing support.
This role allowed me to furthe...
The challengesWhile I greatly appreciated the opportunity to contribute to the team and develop my skills, I found the work environment very challenging with daily instances of foul language and aggression toward s...
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Aug 2019
Legal clerks do ALL the paperwork and spend most of the time calming down distressed clients
Reviewer's QualificationCompleted High School (Year 12)
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationFamily law
The good thingsThe good things are when a client wins in court or a child actually get the loving home they deserve
The challengesIf you have an ounce of compassion or sympathy do not take on this role! It’s utterly soul destroying and emotional.
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