Position Overview The primary role of Legal Associates is to support and assist judges of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1), which is a Federal Court of superior record that exercises jurisdiction exclusively in Family Law. Legal Associates assist in researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing and other related matters for judges sitting at first instance and/or in appeals. Legal Associates are responsible for providing assistance to judicial officers during court hearings and other administrative support to judges, as required. In addition, Legal Associates perform court support duties. Legal Associates primarily provide assistance to designated judges but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises. Some travel may be required. The key duties of the position include The occupant of this position: provides research assistance to judicial officers. day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries. assists judicial officers with the management of cases and, if required, enters data into the Court's case management system. assists with the preparation of matters for both the Court and the Judge, with the Judge's judgment writing as required including head notes, catch wording, and editing in line with the Court's judgments publication standards. undertakes judicial associate and client service (court officer) duties, and provides assistance by updating chambers loose leaf series, and assists with the general operation and day-to-day running of chambers.