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Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBDJob type: Full time / Ongoing
Organisation: County Court
Salary: $76,817 - $85,048
Occupation: Legal
Reference: VG/C00136
- Ongoing, full-time Associate position
- VPS 3.1
The County Court of Victoria has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in Victoria.
The Court hears over 11,000 criminal and civil cases each year.
Since 1 January 2007, the County Court has had an unlimited monetary jurisdiction in civil matters. The County Court has concurrent jurisdiction with the Supreme Court in almost all commercial litigation.
Following the removal of the monetary limit on the Court's jurisdiction and the appointment of additional judges with commercial expertise, the commercial work of the court has grown in both size and complexity, with over 2,000 commercial initiations in 2018-19.
The work of the Commercial Division now constitutes approximately 45% of the court's civil jurisdiction.
As the Associate you will provide operational, administrative, and technical legal support to the Judge both in chambers and in court. The role involves case file management, a strong emphasis on communication at all levels, and legal research and writing.
You will have a legal background, the drive to succeed, ability to perform under pressure and the capacity to work well in a small team. Candidates with an in interest and/or prior experience in commercial law will be considered favourably.Relevant qualifications are essential.
How to applyClick the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:
- resume
- a short cover letter
- attach a copy of your relevant Academic Transcripts together with your application
- responses to the screening/key selection questions in the online application form
Court Services Victoria (CSV) is the employer of staff at all Victorian courts and tribunals, the Judicial College of Victoria, and the Judicial Commission of Victoria. CSV offers a wide range of legal and non-legal career options as well as attractive employee benefits.
CSV is committed to building a diverse workforce, inclusive culture, providing a safe and respectful workplace and has zero tolerance for violence against women. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.