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Position Duties  The primary role of Legal Associates is to support and assist judges of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1), which is a Federal Court of superior record that exercises jurisdiction exclusively in Family Law. Legal Associates assist in researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing and other related matters for judges sitting at first instance and/or in Appeals. Legal Associates are responsible for providing assistance to judicial officers during court hearings and other administrative support to judges, as required.  In addition, Legal Associates perform court support duties. Legal Associates primarily provide assistance to designated judges but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises.  Some travel may be required. Position Duties The occupant of this position: provides research assistance to judicial officers. day-to-day running of chambers including responding to...

Position Details About the Role Judicial Registrar Freeman is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his associate.  This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience in the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria and to work closely with a Judicial Registrar undertaking an increasingly complex and active judicial function. The associate will play a key role in supporting the Judicial Registrar's work across a wide range of case management and judicial decision-making responsibilities, including matters involving serious criminal offences, procedural rulings, and pre-trial applications.  Key Responsibilities Providing high-level, high-volume administrative, operational and legal support to the Judicial Registrar; Assisting in court during directions hearings, pre-trial witness examinations, and procedural/interlocutory applications; Liaising with Judges, legal practitioners, court staff, and members of the public; Managing daily...

Associate to the Honourable Justice Walker, Court of Appeal, Supreme Court of Victoria • Full-time, ongoing role • $81,496 + 12% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position) • Role based in the Melbourne CBD The Supreme Court of Victoria (the ‘Court’) 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. Judges in the Court are supported by associates who assist in the management and coordination of the Judge’s judicial, ceremonial, court management, administrative and legal research responsibilities. About the role Justice Walker is seeking a legally qualified individual to be her associate commencing in mid 2027 . The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in civil and criminal appellate work in the Court of Appeal division of the Supreme Court of Victoria, and to closely observe...

About the Role Associate to the Honourable Justice K Judd Supreme Court of Victoria Full time; ongoing $81,496 per annum + 12% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position) Role based in the Melbourne CBD The Honourable Justice Kerri Judd is seeking a legally qualified individual to be her Associate commencing in late 2026. Justice Judd was appointed to the Supreme Court after serving as the first female Director of Public Prosecutions for the State of Victoria. Her Honour has a background in criminal law, administrative law and common law, as well as a range of other areas, including regulatory and professional disciplinary proceedings. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working in the Common Law Division 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,...

Associate to the Honourable Justice Fox, Criminal Division, Supreme Court of Victoria Full time, ongoing role $81,496-$90,227 + 12% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position) Role based in the Melbourne CBD Position Details The Honourable Justice Fox is seeking a legally qualified individual to be her associate with an estimated commencement date in late August 2026. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. About the Court 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...