Associate to a Judge in The Court of Appeal

2 weeks ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Court Services Victoria Full time

**About Us**

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the 'Courts Group'.

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

**SCV**

The Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.

The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. We continually strive to create a high-performance workplace that is characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility and quality delivery.

**About the Role**

The Court of Appeal is seeking a legally qualified individual to be an associate to a Judge in the Court of Appeal with an anticipated commencement date in January 2025. The successful applicant will gain valuable experience in civil and criminal appellate matters in the Court of Appeal division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Duties of an associate include:

- assisting in the management and coordination of the Judge's judicial and administrative responsibilities;
- preparing research memoranda and case summaries, and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing;
- clerking in court and using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counsel;
- assist in managing the Judge's chambers; and
- accompanying the Judge to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.

**About You**

The successful applicant will be admitted to legal practice and subsequent employment experience is desirable.

Excellent research and writing skills together with strong academic credentials are essential. One or more of:

- experience on the editorial committee of a university law journal;
- mooting;
- research work for an academic; and/or
- a higher degree in law, are preferred.

To be successful in the role, you will possess the following:

- demonstrated ability in legal research and writing;
- demonstrated ability in statutory interpretation;
- strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism;
- excellent computer literacy;
- well-developed proofreading skills; and
- an excellent academic record.

The role requires a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism as you will be working closely with Judges, court staff, legal practitioners and members of the public.

**How to apply**
- your resume;
- a short cover letter;
- two recent samples of relevant written work; and
- a certified copy of your academic transcript.

Applicants are not required to separately address key selection criteria.

**Other information**

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the

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