Chambers Associate — Court Administration & Docket Support

Collaw; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Court Australia in Melbourne seeks an Associate to support a Judge in day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role includes managing chambers operations and supervising the Deputy Associate.

You will maintain the court’s case management system, prepare orders and draft judgments, and liaise with external stakeholders while contributing to the Court’s service standards and ongoing efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong communication (oral and written) and liaison skills and the ability to communicate with people of all levels.
• Demonstrated high-level keyboard skills and ability to use relevant software applications including Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
• The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Tolerance, diligence and the ability to work as a member of a small team.
• A high standard of ethical behaviour.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Keyboard skills

Adaptability

Team orientation

Ethical conduct

Job description

Federal Court Australia in Melbourne seeks an Associate to support a Judge in day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role includes managing chambers operations and supervising the Deputy Associate.

You will maintain the court’s case management system, prepare orders and draft judgments, and liaise with external stakeholders while contributing to the Court’s service standards and ongoing efficiency initiatives.