Associate to the Honourable Justice Garde AO RFD

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Supreme Court of Victoria Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Description
Associate to the Honourable Justice Garde AO RFD
Supreme Court of Victoria

  • Full time; ongoing
  • $79,122 per annum + 12% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position)
  • Role based in the Melbourne CBD

The Honourable Justice Garde is seeking a legally qualified individual to be their Associate commencing in late January 2026
.
Justice Garde undertakes a wide variety of general commercial and corporations matters within the Commercial Court of the Supreme Court of Victoria including contract, equity and trusts, insolvency, corporations and partnerships, and commercial torts.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the Commercial Court of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Duties Include

  • Assisting with the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing
  • Clerking in court
  • Reviewing files and orders
  • Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining court records and preparing material for use by the judge in court
  • Preparing research memoranda
  • Liaising with court staff, the public, the media and the profession

Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date.
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.

About You
You will possess excellent interpersonal skills, including an ability to confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in person, and via written communication to members of the legal profession, the public and the media are essential to this role.

Exceptional proofreading and writing skills, proficiency in grammar and an excellent academic record is essential.

Must be qualified in Law with 1-2 years post admission experience highly desirable.

How To Apply
Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

  • resume
  • a short cover letter
  • academic transcript

The closing date for applications is midnight Sunday 9 November 2025.

For any enquiries regarding this position, please contact Lauren Valladares, Judicial Services Coordinator Common Law Division, on or at

Firm or Organisation NameSupreme Court of VictoriaContact NameLauren ValladaresEmail Job LevelPost-admissionSectorGovernmentCountryAustraliaStateVictoriaAttachmentAssociate Position Description - SCV -

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