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 interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly. SCV 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 a high-performance workplace that is characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.
About the role
The Honourable Justice Stephen Donaghue served as Solicitor-General of Australia from **** prior to his appointment as a Justice of the Court of Appeal in January ****. His Honour is seeking a legally qualified individual to be his associate with an anticipated commencement date in February ****. The successful applicant will gain valuable experience in both civil and criminal appellate matters in the Court of Appeal division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.
discussing pending and reserved cases with the judge
undertaking discrete research tasks, preparing research memoranda and case summaries, and assisting in the production of judgments, including proofreading
clerking in Court,



and using courtroom technology to ensure proceedings are transcribed and technological aids are readily available to counsel
managing the Judge's chambers.
About you
The successful applicant will have a strong academic record in law and will have been admitted to legal practice.
working in a law firm
a higher degree in law
serving on the editorial committee of a law journal
mooting to a high level
working as a research assistant for an academic.
To be successful in the role, you will possess the following:
a robust academic record
demonstrated ability in legal research and writing
interpersonal and communication skills
integrity, professionalism and good judgment
excellent computer literacy
well-developed proofreading skills.
Other information
CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group. CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply. We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to email the contact person listed in the advertisement.
As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.
For any enquiries regarding this expression of interest, please contact Rebekah Goulevitch (Judicial Services Coordinator, Court of Appeal and Criminal Division) at ****** or on **************.
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