Lawyer

About Us

Court Services Victoria (CSV) provides corporate and facility services to support the operations of Victoria's courts and tribunals, including the Supreme Court, the County Court, the Magistrates' Court, the Children's Court, and the Coroners Court, as well as the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Judicial College of Victoria.

The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV), part of the Court Services Victoria statutory authority, plays a vital role in delivering justice across metropolitan and regional areas. Handling over 300,000 cases annually at 51 venues, MCV accounts for around 90% of all cases heard in Victorian courts. The Court is committed to being innovative, accessible, and responsive, providing high-quality services to the Victorian community.

About the Role

The Lawyer supports the effective functioning and ongoing development of the Magistrates' Court by providing legal advice, conducting research, contributing to law reform, and assisting with legal projects and litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis

• Provide legal advice to magistrates, judicial registrars, and executives.

• Draft legal documents such as briefs, memoranda, and case summaries.

• Represent MCV in external forums and law reform committees.

• Support senior lawyers on various legal tasks and projects.

• Assist with judgment publication and legal training initiatives.

• Manage appeals, judicial reviews, and litigation involving the Court.

• Respond to inquiries from statutory agencies.

• Perform other duties aligned with the role's classification.

Our benefits

• We care about your health and wellbeing and have partnered with Fitness Passport, an initiative that allows you to access significantly discounted fitness membership program

Peer Support Program designed to help create a safe and supportive workplace where colleagues look out for each other

Koori staff network to enhance support for Koori staff and ensure that appropriate networks and services are readily available

- Ongoing professional development within a collaborative and supportive work environment

About You

Tertiary qualifications in Law, with eligibility of an Australian Legal Practising Certificate

Strong legal research, analytical, and communication skills

Skilled in delivering clear, well-reasoned legal advice on complex matters

Experience in Magistrates' Court jurisdictions is desirable

- Knowledge of Magistrates' Court procedures and practices is an advantage

How to apply

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

• resume
• a short cover letter

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 LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.