5212 Court and Legal Assistants
5212 Court and Legal Assistants
Provide administrative and operational support to Legal Professionals by performing clerical work associated with the functions of courts, legal practices and the administration of trusts and estates.
Court Reporters are excluded from this unit group. Court Reporters are included in Occupation 561232 Machine Shorthand Reporter.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
521231 Clerk of Court
Administers court registry services and performs administrative functions in support of Judges and Magistrates.
Court registry officers are excluded from this occupation. Court registry officers are included in Occupation 521233 Court Orderly.
Specialisation
- Court Registrar
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Administers court registry services and ensures efficient operation
- Provides administrative support to Judges and Magistrates
- Maintains court records and files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
- Prepares court documents, including summonses, subpoenas and warrants
- Assists in managing court calendars and scheduling court hearings
- Receives and processes court fees, fines and other payments
- Assists in the preparation of court orders and judgments
- Responds to enquiries from the public, Legal Professionals and other stakeholders
- Coordinates with other court staff and external agencies to facilitate court proceedings
521232 Court Bailiff or Sheriff
Implements court orders and serves legal orders and summonses as an officer of the court.
Specialisation
- Sheriff's Officer
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Conducts investigations to locate individuals involved in court cases, and serves them with legal documents such as summonses and subpoenas
- Prepares and maintains accurate records of served documents and executed court orders
- Collaborates with law enforcement for safe execution of court orders
- Conducts property seizures and evictions as directed by court orders
- Escorts prisoners to and from courtrooms and detention facilities
- Maintains order and security in courtrooms
- Provides testimony in court regarding the execution of court orders and served documents
521233 Court Orderly
Provides operational support to a court or registry.
Alternative titles
- Court Attendant
- Court Officer
Specialisation
- Court Usher
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Assists with the preparation of courtrooms for hearings and trials
- Escorts and supervises defendants, witnesses and jurors within the court premises
- Assists with the administration of oaths and affirmations to witnesses
- Receives, records and files court documents and exhibits
- Operates audiovisual equipment during court proceedings
- Performs general administrative tasks such as data entry, filing and photocopying
521234 Law Clerk
Performs specialised clerical work associated with legal practice and law courts.
Alternative titles
- Legal Assistant
- Paralegal
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Assists lawyers to prepare legal documents and correspondence
- Conducts legal research and gathers relevant information for cases
- Organises and maintains legal files and documents
- Drafts and proofreads legal documents such as contracts and agreements
- Assists in the preparation of court documents, filings, trial materials and exhibits
- Communicates with clients, witnesses and other parties involved in legal matters
521235 Legal Secretary
Performs secretarial, clerical and other administrative tasks in support of Legal Professionals by applying knowledge of legal terminology, procedures and documents.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Prepares legal documents such as contracts, briefs and court forms
- Organises and maintains legal files and documents
- Conducts legal research and gathers relevant information
- Schedules appointments, meetings and court hearings for Legal Professionals
- Drafts correspondence and emails on behalf of Legal Professionals
- Assists in the preparation of legal bills and invoices
521236 Trust Officer
Administers trusts, estates and settlements on behalf of beneficiaries.
Alternative title
- Trust Clerk
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Receives and reviews legal documents related to trusts, estates and settlements
- Identifies and verifies beneficiaries and their entitlements
- Communicates with beneficiaries to provide information and answer queries
- Manages and maintains trust accounts, including processing payments and distributions
- Prepares and files legal documents, such as trust agreements and estate inventories
- Conducts research and analysis to support decision-making related to trust administration
- Prepares financial reports and statements for beneficiaries and regulatory authorities
- Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Collaborates with legal and financial professionals
- Resolves disputes among beneficiaries or involved parties