Associate, Common Law Division, Supreme Court Of
2 weeks ago
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 characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.
About the Role
The Court is seeking expressions of interest from legally qualified individuals to fill Associate vacancies across the Common Law Trial Division.
The duties of an Associate are detailed in the attached position description but specifically include:
- Preparing research memoranda, case summaries and assisting in the production of judgments, including proof reading and editing
- Clerking in Court - opening, adjourning and closing the Court, empanelling juries, acting as a jury keeper, and using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counsel
- Providing administrative assistance to the Judge during hearings and in chambers
- Liaising with Court staff, the public and the profession
- Accompanying the Judge to circuit courts in regional Victoria, as and when required.
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.
About You
- Law degree
- An excellent academic record
- Highly developed legal research skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to convey information confidently and accurately over the telephone, in writing and in person to members of the legal profession, the public and the media
- Exceptional organisational and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment.
How to apply
- 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.
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