APS 4 - Legal Associate

at  Federal Court of Australia

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Legal Associate is part of a team assisting a Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court.

QUALIFICATIONS

• It is a mandatory requirement that candidates have completed (or at least be in 4th year) a bachelor of laws degree (or equivalent).
• Applicants may be required to provide an example of written work demonstrating their legal research and writing skills.

• Providing case preparation and research assistance.
• Assisting with the management of cases, and if required, entering data into the Court’s case management system.
• Assisting with the preparation of matters for hearing.
• Assisting with judgements, as required, including giving critical considerations to drafts and drafting catch words and editing judgements in accordance with the Court’s judgements publication style guide and standards.
• Undertaking administrative and client service duties, such as acting court officer, responding to emails, and assisting with the general operation of chambers.
• Other duties as required.