Self-Represented Litigant Case Manager, Common Law
18 hours ago
About us
The County Court Common Law Division hears and determines matters relating to personal injury, workplace, transport accident and medical negligence claims, and claims by a beneficiary under a will as well as other common law disputes, both in Melbourne and in regional Victoria. The Division also manages and determines quasi criminal matters in the Appeals and Post Sentence Applications (APSA) List.
The Division is governed by the Head of the Common Law Division, the Judges in charge of lists, and the Judicial Registrars.
The administrative team that supports the Division is comprised of Registrars, Division Lawyers and self-represented litigant case managers, working with and supporting judicial officers in the state-wide management of cases. Led by a director, and working in collaboration with judicial support staff, they are responsible for all administrative activities that sustain the operations of the Division, delivering critical services to Court users and the judiciary.
About the role
The Self-Represented Litigant Case Manager provides support, practical and procedural advice (not legal advice) to self -represented litigants in navigating court procedures and compliance with court rules, referring individuals to external services and agencies for legal assistance.
You will work closely with judges, judicial registrars, division lawyers and the Common Law Registry team to support and actively case manage proceedings involving self-represented litigants.
You will lead initiatives to improve processes, information, and educational resources for self-represented litigants, including the development of inclusive and accessible information and the enhancement of online services.
Together with registry managers and division lawyers you will support, develop and build the capability of registrars to respond effectively to self-represented litigant needs.
About you
A degree in law or substantial experience working in a legal environment is highly desirable.
How to apply
- resume
- a short covering letter
For further information on the position, please see the attached position description.
**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. Employees of Court Services Victoria are required to comply with any applicable government pandemic order, as well as any policy implemented by Court Services Victoria, in relation to mandatory vaccinations against COVID-19. It is a condition of any offer of employment that applicants for vacant roles with Court Services Victoria agree to comply with any applicable pandemic order or policy regarding mandatory vaccinations.
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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