Federal Court of Australia

Purpose of position The Associate is part of a team assisting a Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Associate is to manage chambers and to supervise the Deputy Associate. Key Responsibilities and Duties Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries. Supervise the work of the deputy associate. Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing; Undertake legal research as required by the Judge, including identifying relevant legislation,summarising key legal authorities and preparation and maintenance of legal research materials; Assist the Judge with the management of cases and as required, enter data into the Court’s case management systems to reflect the outcomes of Court events; Assist with the preparation of matters for both the Court and the Judge, which may include the preparation of case summaries, general file maintenance and other tasks as required;...

Purpose of Position This is a unique opportunity to work in a small team supporting a Judge in a collaborative and supportive chambers.     The Legal Associate, along with the Judicial Associate, will support and assist a Judge 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, editing judgments and other related matters for judges sitting at first instance and on Appeals. Legal Associates are also responsible for assisting judges during Court hearings and providing other administrative support to judges, as required.   Legal Associates provide assistance to the Judge who they are designated to work with but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises.   Some travel is required, particularly in relation to Appeal work. Key Responsibilities and Duties...

Position Overview Judge Lucev and Judge Ladhams invites applications from suitably qualified persons with excellent communication skills for the role of Deputy Associate at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Division 2. The role is based in Perth and focusses on the general federal law jurisdiction.  The Deputy Associate is part of a small team who assist the Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. This role also assists with the preparation of Court materials for the judge and involves undertaking legal research and assisting with judgment preparation as required. The position would suit a lawyer or graduate with demonstrated legal research skills, technical expertise and effective management of various digital platforms and software to ensure optimal service is provided to stakeholders. Position Duties  1.  Assist in the conduct of Court proceedings, including the transcription of orders, ensuring the orderly conduct of matters and general...

Purpose of position The Associate is part of a small team assisting a Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The position of Associate is responsible for providing a high level of administrative support to the Judge and to supervise and delegate tasks to the Deputy Associate. Key Responsibilities and Duties Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries. Supervise the work of the Deputy Associate.  Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing. Ensure the court’s case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments. Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders. Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices. Other duties as required. Important Functions The person appointed to this position is expected to carry out his or her duties so as to: Satisfy all...

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...