Collaw | Aps 4 - Legal Associate - Fcfcoa - Division 1

Details of the offer

Purpose of Position
Legal associates assist with researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing including other related matters for first instance judges and of the Court.
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.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
The occupant of this position:
provides research assistance to judicial officers assists judicial officers with the management of cases and, if required, enters data into the Court's case management system assists with the preparation of matters for both the Court and the Judge, with the Judge's judgment writing as required including head notes, catch wording, and editing in line with the Court's judgments publication standards undertakes judicial associate and client service (court officer) duties, and provides assistance by updating chambers loose leaf series, and assists with the general operation of chambers, when required. Qualifications
It is mandatory that candidates have completed (or are near completing) a qualification in law with a strong academic record and have completed the family law subject.
Selection Criteria Ability to undertake research (including on-line research) and prepare reports and written correspondence. Sound organisational skills including the ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure in a team environment. Well-developed interpersonal skills including tact, discretion, initiative and the ability to communicate effectively with members of the judiciary, the legal profession, the public and other court staff. Ability to operate computer-based equipment and associated word processing and other software. Knowledge, or ability to acquire knowledge, of Family Court functions, the organisation, practices, procedures and terminology. Eligibility
Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship. Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment. Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period. Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Contact Officer
For more information, please contact Jessica Campbell via telephone (02) 8067 2190 or email
How to apply
To apply for this position please click on the "begin" button on the Federal Court website.
To be considered, you will need to:
Enter a statement of claims against the selection criteria Enter a concise response outlining your suitability for the role (maximum 1 page/500 words) Upload an up-to-date resume Upload relevant qualifications If you have any technical issues with applying, please email
Application Close: Sunday 22 December 2024 at 11:30 pm (AEDT)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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