Law Clerk

A Law Clerk performs a range of duties at a legal practice or courthouse. You’ll carry out tasks relevant to the legal field such as preparing legal documents and providing administrative support to other legal professionals. Law Clerks help get clients ready for court appearances and may conduct research or gather information when needed.

Law Clerks should be able to follow instructions and work with correct procedures. It’s important you can produce accurate work and have strong attention to detail. Law Clerks must have good communication skills and be able to liaise with clients from a range of backgrounds. You should be organised and be able to work as part of a team.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $65,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a law clerk?

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BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$1,499 - $6,422
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter Duty Manager (Police Force) Apiarist Head of Cyber Security Senior Rates Officer Senior Compliance Officer Trade Waste Officer Marketing Director Buyer’s Agent Customs Broker Reporting Analyst Property Consultant Property Developer Salesforce Administrator Business Specialist IT Recruitment Consultant Sales Engineer Business Development Executive Enterprise Architect Business Services Manager Procurement Manager Retail Executive Category Specialist Procurement Consultant Product Marketing Manager Workforce Analyst Facilities Coordinator Grants Officer Retention Specialist Settlements Officer Workshop Supervisor Performance Manager Leasing Manager Leasing Officer Claims Specialist Market Researcher Internal Auditor Law Clerk Agile Business Analyst Fundraising Coordinator Commercial Analyst Technical Business Analyst Relationship Manager Program Coordinator Cost Controller Travel Operator Cluster Manager Business Leader Diversity Consultant Lobbyist Policy Specialist Communications Officer Media Analyst Communications Strategist Court Administrator Investigator Museum Director Records Manager Digital Media Specialist Financial Regulator Gallery Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer Student Recruitment Officer Engagement Manager Community Relations Manager Technology Consultant Geographer International Project Manager Program Analyst Film Producer Location Manager Partnerships Manager Resource Economist Agricultural Economist Freelance Editor Meteorologist Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Geochemist Palaeontologist Photogrammetrist Nutrition Advisor Nutrition Scientist Executive Director Inventory Manager Supply Planner Business Development Consultant Global Account Manager Customer Relationship Manager Senior Financial Analyst Capability Manager Marketing Executive Training and Development Manager International Business Strategist Service Delivery Manager Organisational Development Consultant Marketing Communications Manager Risk Advisor Supply Chain Analyst Logistics Planner Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Tender Writer Supply and Distribution Manager HR Business Partner Change Management Consultant Business Process Analyst Senior Business Analyst Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Risk Consultant Marketing Analyst Master Data Analyst Innovation Consultant Research and Development Manager Credit Risk Analyst Finance Director Acquisition Manager Executive Manager Leadership Coach Advertising Account Manager Investment Banking Analyst Analytics Manager Chief Project Officer Promotions Manager Wealth Manager Retirement Planner People and Culture Manager International Banker + 216 more
BSB50720

Diploma of Paralegal Services
On Campus, Online
12 months
$6,780 - $9,900
  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist
Legal Secretary Paralegal Law Clerk Legal Researcher
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  • At least 2 years work experience in a related field OR
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
  • Have completed the following units (or equivalent competencies): BSBLEG314 Protect information in a legal services environment; BSBLEG423 Conduct simple legal research; and BSBLEG424 Support the drafting of complex legal documents (or equivalent competencies).
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Administrator Legal Assistant Legal Receptionist Legal Secretary Paralegal Law Clerk Legal Researcher + 4 more
BSB40620

Certificate IV in Legal Services
Online
12 months
$4,464
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist Legal Assistant
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Secretary Legal Receptionist Legal Assistant Legal Administrator Law Clerk Paralegal + 3 more
22565VIC

Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice
On Campus
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Legal Assistant Paralegal Law Clerk
Intellectual Property Lawyer
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Common questions

How much does a Law Clerk earn?

In Australia, a full time Law Clerk generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for a Law Clerk?

The number of people employed in this profession is likely to grow strongly in coming years. There are currently 8,100 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Law Clerk. Law Clerks can find work in all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become a Law Clerk?

If you’re interested in a career as a Law Clerk, consider enrolling in an Advanced Diploma of Legal Practice. This course will give you the skills to interpret legislation, manage operations at a legal practice and produce complex legal documents. You’ll cover topics such as family law, property law, contract law, commercial law, criminal law and conveyancing.

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Further reading

How to start a career as a Legal Secretary

19th April 2021)

How to start a career in Legal Services

17th June 2021)

How to start a career as a Paralegal

20th July 2021)

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