Law clerk job description template
Use this outline for a Ontario-friendly law clerk posting. Replace bracketed lines with your practice area, location, and partner-specific expectations.
Role summary
[Firm name] is hiring a law clerk to support [practice area] in [city]. You will work with [partner/team] on [filings, research, client intake, trial prep, corporate closings, etc.].
What you'll do
• Manage deadlines and calendar for assigned files • Draft, format, and finalize documents under lawyer review • Coordinate with clients, counsel, and registries as needed • Maintain file organization and follow firm procedures
What we're looking for
• Experience in [practice area] or transferable clerical/legal office work • Reliable follow-through and clear written communication • Comfort with [software/tools your firm uses] • Working style that fits [how the partner leads—direct feedback, high volume, detail-first, etc.]
How to apply
Apply through our Jo link: candidates complete a short voice conversation about their experience and how they work so we can see fit before interviews.