Lawyer, Civil

Job Description

Applications close Saturday 15 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: $95,102 - $107,905 Grade: VPSG4 Occupation: Legal Location: CBD Reference: VG/C00574_SC1083DR• Two legal roles are available in the Supreme Court Registry, focussing on Commercial Court work• VPS4 ongoing, full-time positions based in Melbourne The Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts. The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. We continually strive to create a high-performance workplace that is characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery. About the Role Reporting to the Principal Lawyer, Civil, two Lawyer positions are open for applications to operate within the Civil team of the recently restructured Supreme Court Registry and will primarily support the Commercial Court. We are seeking lawyers with initiative and enthusiasm who will work with judicial officers, the Principal Lawyer, Civil and Senior Lawyers to set up these roles to best support the Court's needs. Duties of the roles will include: Preparing legal and factual summaries of cases; Supporting case management of matters, including providing legal and administrative support; Providing guidance to Court users, judicial officers and court staff about Court processes; Undertaking legal research and drafting correspondence and memoranda as required; Contributing to projects to improve the operation of the Court. About You Tertiary qualification in law. Admitted to practice and post admission experience in civil litigation and/or in a court and/or tribunal environment is highly desirable. How to apply Click the ‘Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application: resume 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. Applications close Saturday 15 February 2025 at 11.59PM #J-18808-Ljbffr