Department of Justice and Public Safety, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
Articling Clerk Positions – 2026-2027
Applications are invited from law school students who will graduate with an LL.B./J.D. before June 1, 2026. Articling positions are available as outlined below for a term of one year:
- Two articling positions with the Civil Division in St. John’s, NL;
- Articling positions with the Public Prosecutions Division in St. John’s, NL; and
- Articling positions with the Public Prosecutions Division outside St. John’s, NL.
The Civil Division and the Public Prosecutions Division work together to offer a comprehensive program. The program gives articling clerks the opportunity to develop the essential knowledge, skills, and experience for practicing law. Clerks receive professional guidance and support from lawyers with unique practices and enjoy a wide array of challenging legal work in an exciting work environment. Within the Civil Division, clerks will gain exposure to the Division’s four units (Central Agencies and Justice Policy, Civil Litigation, Family Litigation, and Corporate Commercial). To ensure compliance with Law Society requirements, all articling clerks will complete short-term placements with a private law firm and with either Public Prosecutions or Civil Division.
Applicants must be eligible for admission to the Law Society of Newfoundland and Labrador as a student-at-law and satisfy the Department of Justice and Public Safety’s hiring requirements. These positions are considered “Positions of Trust” and successful candidates will be subject to a background check through police/court, banks, and other sources. To work in the Newfoundland and Labrador Public Service, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or have written authorization to work in Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
All applications must include a cover letter, resumé, law school transcript, and contact information for three (3) references. An uploaded (unofficial) transcript will be accepted for application purposes; however, an official transcript may be required before any offer of employment.
Applications should be received no later than Friday, November 28, 2025 and sent to solicitor Krista Atkins by email: KristaAtkins@gov.nl.ca
Interviews will be held in December 2025 via teleconference. Thank you for your interest in our program.