Supreme Court of Victoria

  • Melbourne VIC, Australia

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.

Our Goal

To be an outstanding superior court.

Our Purpose

To safeguard and maintain the rule of law, and to ensure:

o   equal access to justice;

o   fairness, impartiality and independence in decision-making;

o   processes that are transparent, timely and certain;

o   accountability for the Court’s use of public resources; and

o   the highest standards of competence and personal integrity.

For administrative purposes, the Court lies within Court Services Victoria, and is supported by a Chief Executive Officer and approximately 300 staff appointed under the Public Administration Act 2004 and the Victorian Public Service Enterprise Agreement 2016.

15 Jun, 2026
Full time
Supreme Court of Victoria Melbourne
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...
Expiration Date:
05 Jul, 2026
11 Jun, 2026
Full time
Supreme Court of Victoria Melbourne
Work Type:   Ongoing - Full-time Salary:   $81,496 - $90,227 Grade:   VPS 3 Occupation:   Legal Location:   Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs Reference:   VG/SC1122SB Full-time, ongoing role $81,496 + superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position) Role based in Melbourne CBD About Us Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission.  Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'.  Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are...
Expiration Date:
21 Jun, 2026
10 Jun, 2026
Full time
Supreme Court of Victoria Melbourne VIC, Australia
Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton Supreme Court of Victoria Full time; ongoing $81,496 per annum + 12% superannuation (VPS Grade 3.1 position) Role based in the Melbourne CBD About the Role The   Honourable Justice Gorton   is seeking a legally qualified individual to serve as Associate, commencing in August 2026. Justice Gorton was appointed to the Supreme Court of Victoria in December 2020 and currently sits in the Common Law Division. His Honour began his career as a barrister specialising in commercial law before transitioning into a common law trial and appellate practice. He briefly sat in the Criminal Division but has since returned to a predominantly Common Law focus. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the administration of justice within the State's highest trial court. The successful candidate will work closely with Justice Gorton, assisting in the preparation and management of cases, conducting legal...
Expiration Date:
28 Jun, 2026