Judicial Associate to Justice Gorton, Supreme Court

Court-Services-Victoria; Victoria; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Services Victoria is seeking a qualified lawyer to serve as Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton, Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The role begins December 2026 and involves assisting in judgment production, court clerking, legal research, and managing court materials to support efficient operations.

You will liaison with court staff, the public and the legal profession, and travel on circuit as required.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified in Law with 1-2 years post admission experience.
• Exceptional proofreading and writing skills with strong grammar.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the production of judgments, including proofreading and editing.
• Clerking in court and reviewing files and orders.
• Performing administrative tasks, maintaining court records and preparing material for the judge.
• Preparing research memoranda and Travelling on circuit when required.
• Liaising with court staff, the public, the media and the profession.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Proofreading

Legal research

Education

Law degree

Post-admission experience 1-2 years

Job description

Court Services Victoria is seeking a qualified lawyer to serve as Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton, Common Law Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. The role begins December 2026 and involves assisting in judgment production, court clerking, legal research, and managing court materials to support efficient operations.

You will liaison with court staff, the public and the legal profession, and travel on circuit as required.