Junior Legal Officer, Funds in Court, Supreme Court
3 days ago
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time / Ongoing
Organisation: Supreme Court
**Salary**: $74,580 - $82,571
Occupation: Legal
Reference: VG/C00130
- Provide legal advice and recommendations to Judicial Officers on legal issues concerning persons with funds in Court.
- Responsible for preparing memorandum, Court orders, correspondence and written advice on legal issues concerning persons with funds in Court.
- Use legal expertise to check and authenticate orders made in respect of funds held in Court. Attend to the proper recording of each order, and any supporting documentation, in the Senior Master’s Trust Management System.
- Maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders and relevant agencies.
- Verify compliance with, and authorise payments into and out of Court, in accordance with relevant orders and/or legislation.
- Support and assist with investigation of potential delays in payment into Court matters.
- Other duties as directed by the Legal Services Manager.
**About us**
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 Junior Legal Officer is a Deputy Prothonotary and is primarily responsible for the checking and authentication of orders made by the Associate Judge who is the Senior Master, and the Judicial Registrar assigned to Funds in Court, in relation to funds held in Court.
The Junior Legal Officer assists the Solicitor to the Senior Master in the discharge of their duty and reports to the Legal Services Manager.
**About you**
- A law degree or substantial progress towards that degree would be highly regarded
- An interest in the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Victoria including an ability to understand the Supreme Court (General Civil Procedure) Rules.
- Experience in the Disability Sector will be highly regarded.
**How to apply**
- resume
- a short cover letter
**Other Information**:
Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria. CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits.
CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.
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