Associate and Research Associate to Justice Colvin
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. Both positions are remunerated at the same level and the associates are expected to work collaboratively in providing support to the judge.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide high-level legal and administrative support to the judge, communicating with solicitors, counsel, and litigants.
* Assist the judge with the conduct of court hearings, coordination and case management of matters, including organizing the judge's court sittings, listings, court materials, and liaising with parties as required.
* 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.
* 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.
Requirements:
* 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.
Additional Information:
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.
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.
For more information, please review the Position Description on our careers website and complete the application form on the Court's careers portal.