Associate And Research Associate To Justice Colvin
Vor 7 Tagen
Associate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)
Associate positions The Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.
Associates are covered by the Federal Court of Australia Enterprise Agreement 2024–2027.
Both positions are renumerated at the same level and the associates are expected to work collaboratively in providing support to the judge.
Unless an applicant specifies otherwise, applicants will be considered for both positions and need only apply once.
Position overview The Associate provides high-level legal and administrative support to the judge, communicating with solicitors, counsel, and litigants.
Duties include providing in-court support, undertaking specific legal tasks, and proofing draft judgments.
The Associate role also includes supporting the judge when working interstate, including travel as appropriate, and communicating with other chambers, registry, and court staff.
The Research Associate provides legal and research support to their judge.
Tasks include researching a broad range of legal issues, drafting research notes, and proofing draft judgments.
The Research Associate performs some of the tasks of the Associate when required.
These roles require articulate, energetic, and resilient people who can build positive professional relationships.
More detail about the roles The responsibilities assigned to an Associate and Research Associate will vary from time to time but typically might include the following:
Assist the judge with the conduct of court hearings;Assist the judge with the coordination and case management of matters, including organizing the judge's court sittings, listings, court materials, and liaising with parties, as required;Undertake accurate, timely data entry and maintenance of all relevant information in the court systems, including the case management system in accordance with record-keeping guidelines and the Court's information management policy;Carry out legal research, managing workloads appropriately to ensure that requests for legal research are responded to in an accurate and timely manner;Prepare case summaries of matters in the judge's docket based upon the nature and circumstances of the matter, the relevant legislation, practice and procedure, and the rules of the Court;Proofread judgments and orders, including verifying citations;Assist with preparation of speeches and other papers.Provide administrative support Organise the judge's court sittings, listings, diary, and exhibits as required;Provide administrative assistance to the judge in court;Contact parties and monitor compliance with court orders;Work closely with the judge's other chambers staff and, where required, provide assistance with the administrative operations of the chambers.Maintain positive professional relationships As the chambers contact point, maintain a high standard of service to and positive professional relationships with judges, the legal profession, and other court users;Maintain positive professional relationships with court staff, including registrars, chambers, and registry staff.Competencies and attributes The successful applicants will work to support a busy judge as part of a small Chambers team and will be expected to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and initiative, taking personal responsibility for progressing work.
The successful applicants should also be adaptable to changing demands and understand the requirement to strictly maintain confidentiality.
Applicants should possess the following attributes:
A law degree (completed as at January 2026);A strong record of academic achievement;A high level of organisation and administrative efficiency;Exceptional research and analytical skills;Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.Further information about the jurisdiction of the Federal Court of Australia and the role of an Associate and Research Associate can be found in the Position Description on our careers website.
How to apply Please review the Position Description and complete the application form on the Court's careers portal.
The online application process includes the provision of a curriculum vitae, an academic statement, and a statement addressing why an applicant wishes to be considered for the position.
If you have any issues with applying, please email .
Contact officer Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following:
Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship;Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment;Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply, but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired.
Diversity and Inclusion Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.
First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers, and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.
Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy.
Under the RecruitAbility scheme, you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job.
For more information visit: recruitability
#J-18808-Ljbffr
-
Associate And Research Associate To Justice Colvin
vor 3 Wochen
Perth, Österreich Lawyers Weekly VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by...
-
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by...
-
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAPS 5 - Associate and Research Associate to Justice ColvinNon-Ongoing, full time for a period of 12 months with possible extensionPerth, WA2026 Associate Positions - Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal...
-
Federal Court Of Australia | Aps 5
Vor 2 Tagen
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAPS 5 - Associate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin Non-Ongoing, full time for a period of 12 months with possible extension Perth, WA 2026 Associate Positions - Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Craig Colvin invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal...
-
Perth, Österreich Au Co VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to Justice Jackson2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court of Australia VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to Justice Jackson2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positions The Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAPS 5 - Associate and Research Associate to Justice JacksonNon-Ongoing, Full-timePerth, WA2026 Associate Positions - Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)The Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAPS 5 - Associate and Research Associate to Justice Banks-Smith Non-Ongoing, full time for a period of 12 months with possible extension Perth, WA 2026 Associate Positions - Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAPS 5 - Associate and Research Associate to Justice Banks-SmithNon-Ongoing, full time for a period of 12 months with possible extensionPerth, WA2026 Associate Positions - Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to the Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Perth, Österreich Lawyers Weekly VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to the Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to the Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positions The Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to the Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Associate / Research Associate
vor 3 Wochen
Perth, Österreich Federal Court Of Australia VollzeitCreate a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs account2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by the...
-
Associate / Research Associate
vor 3 Wochen
Perth, Österreich Lawyers Weekly VollzeitCreate a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs account2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positionsThe Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by the...
-
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitAssociate and Research Associate to the Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Katrina Banks-Smith invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January...
-
Associate / Research Associate
Vor 7 Tagen
Perth, Österreich Lawyers Weekly VollzeitCreate a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs account2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)Associate positions The Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by the...
-
Lawyers Weekly | Associate
vor 3 Wochen
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitCreate a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs account 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by the...
-
Federal Court Of Australia | Associate
vor 3 Wochen
Perth, Österreich Tideri Jobbörse VollzeitCreate a free Lawyers Weekly Jobs account 2026 Associate Positions – Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) Associate positions The Hon Justice Darren Jackson invites applications for two associate positions (Associate and Research Associate) at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry) commencing 19 January 2026.Associates are covered by the...
