• Highly sought after and exciting opportunity to join the County Court of Victoria as an Associate in the Common Law Division
  • Full time, Ongoing
  • Commencing salary of $76,817 + Superannuation

The County Court of Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law, and commercial cases each year. The County Court has unlimited monetary jurisdiction in common law and commercial matters. In its criminal jurisdiction, the Court hears all indictable offences except treason, murder, and related offences.

There are a total of 80 Judges of the Court and over 300 staff, including judicial support staff. The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings at 12 circuit courts situated in major centres throughout regional Victoria.

The County Court is committed to continuous improvement in accordance with the International Framework for Court Excellence. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

About the Role

We are seeking expressions of interest for the position of Associate to his Honour Judge Ginnane at the County Court of Victoria.

His Honour Judge Ginnane principally sits in the Common Law Division and is the Judge in Charge of the Self-Represented Litigant List (Serious Injury).

The County Court of Victoria has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in Victoria. The Court hears over 12,000 criminal, common law and commercial matters each year. The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

As his Honour's associate, you will provide high level operational, administrative and technical legal support to Judge Ginnane both in chambers and in court, and will work closely with another associate. The work of the team sits within a complex, demanding and sensitive environment. Your role will involve case file management, a strong emphasis on communication at all levels and may include legal research and writing. 

About You

Ideally you will have demonstrated legal ability, a particular interest in the types of matters heard by Judge Ginnane, a high level of attention to detail, excellent organisational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, the ability to exercise sound judgment and balance competing demands on your time and work well under pressure.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain legal experience whilst contributing to the administration of justice at the County Court of Victoria.

The County Court regularly conducts circuit sittings in multiple regional locations throughout Victoria. Judge Ginnane and his staff usually attend two such circuits of several weeks duration each year.

A law degree and/or experience in Victorian legal practice will be viewed favourably. Recent law graduates, legal practitioners and candidates interested in a future at the Bar, are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be lodged online via the Careers Victoria website, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities.

How to apply

Your application must include:

• a cover letter outlining your interests and suitability for the role
• a current resume;
• a copy of your academic transcript/s, and
• completed administration questions.

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. 

For any enquiries about this position please contact Sue Pearce, Judicial Staff Coordinator at Sue.Pearce@courts.vic.gov.au.

Interested candidates are also encouraged to visit the County Court website www.countycourt.vic.gov.au to find out more about the County Court's jurisdiction.

Applications close: 11.59 pm on Friday 10 January 2025. 

Late applications will not be accepted, and all applications must be lodged online via the Careers Victoria website, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities.

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 get in touch by calling (03) 9032 0500 to speak with a People Services Advisor.