Legal counsel NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for legal counsel.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for legal counsel is 41101 (Lawyers and Quebec notaries), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 1): +70 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 100 for a job offer.
NOC code
41101
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 1
+70 work · 100 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 41101 covers
Lawyers and Quebec notaries advise clients on legal matters, represent clients before administration boards and draw up legal documents such as contracts and wills. Lawyers also plead cases, represent clients before tribunals and conduct prosecutions in courts of law. Lawyers are employed in law firms and prosecutor's offices. Quebec notaries are employed in notary offices. Both lawyers and Quebec notaries are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments and various business establishments or they may be self-employed. Articling students are included in this unit group.
| Unit group | 41101 — Lawyers and Quebec notaries |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Advise clients of their legal rights and all matters related to law
- Research legal precedents and gather evidence
- Plead clients' cases before courts of law, tribunals and boards (lawyers only)
- Draw up legal documents such as real estate transactions, wills, divorces and contracts, and prepare statements of legal opinions
- Negotiate settlements of civil disputes (lawyers only)
- Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
To use NOC 41101 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 41101 →
Other job titles under NOC 41101
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 41101, one of these may fit better:
- Corporate law legal assistant — NOC 13111 (Legal administrative assistants, TEER 3)
- Legal assistant — NOC 13111 (Legal administrative assistants, TEER 3)
- Legal firm manager — NOC 10029 (Other business services managers, TEER 0)
- Legal secretary — NOC 13111 (Legal administrative assistants, TEER 3)
- Legal survey technician — NOC 22213 (Land survey technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Legal terminologist — NOC 51114 (Translators, terminologists and interpreters, TEER 1)
- Litigation legal assistant — NOC 13111 (Legal administrative assistants, TEER 3)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for legal counsel?+
In NOC 2021, "legal counsel" is an example title in unit group 41101 — Lawyers and Quebec notaries. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is legal counsel eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 41101 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does legal counsel get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 41101 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 1. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 70 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 100 (whichever is higher).
Can a legal counsel get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 41101 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says legal counsel but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 41101. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.