Legal Jobs in Ottawa
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There are currently 5+ Legal jobs in Ottawa on GetCanadianJob, with the most openings in and around Ottawa. Common roles include lawyers, articling students, paralegals, legal assistants, law clerks and legal researchers. Legal pay typically ranges from $27.47 an hour (legal assistants) to $59.76 (lawyers) at the median, about $54,000–$117,000 a year.
Legal jobs include law firms, government legal services, in-house teams and legal clinics. Articling student positions are among the most searched legal jobs on GetCanadianJob.
- Typical pay
- $27.47 an hour (legal assistants) to $59.76 (lawyers) at the median, about $54,000–$117,000 a year
- Key requirement
- Lawyers must be licensed by the provincial law society after law school, articling (or a practice program) and the bar exams; paralegals are licensed in Ontario
- Top hiring locations
- Ottawa
- Experience levels
- All levels
Legal Jobs in Ottawa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many Legal jobs are available in Ottawa?
There are currently 5+ Legal jobs listed in Ottawa on GetCanadianJob, updated daily. The most openings are in Ottawa.
How much do Legal jobs pay in Ottawa?
Legal pay in Ottawa typically ranges from $27.47 an hour (legal assistants) to $59.76 (lawyers) at the median, about $54,000–$117,000 a year. Check each listing for the exact salary and benefits.
What is articling?
Articling is a period of supervised work, usually 10 to 12 months, that law graduates complete at a law firm or legal organization before being called to the bar. Ontario also offers the Law Practice Program as an alternative.
What types of Legal jobs are available in Ottawa?
Listings for Legal jobs in Ottawa commonly include lawyers, articling students, paralegals, legal assistants, law clerks and legal researchers. New roles are posted daily.
Do I need a work permit for Legal jobs in Ottawa?
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can work for any employer. Others need a valid work permit, either employer-specific (often backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment) or open, such as the Post-Graduation Work Permit, plus a Social Insurance Number (SIN).
How do I apply for Legal jobs on GetCanadianJob?
Create a free GetCanadianJob account, upload your resume, then apply directly to any matching role. You can also set alerts for new Legal jobs in Ottawa.
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