Land Court Associates
Role of a Land Court Associate
An Associate works closely with a Member of the Land Court to provide personal and confidential assistance in and out of court. They must understand the demands and restrictions particular to working in a Court and possess the personality and skill to navigate them effectively.
The main duties of an Associate include:
- conducting legal research
- liaising with court staff, the legal profession, government departments and the public
- ensuring the effective and efficient conduct of the Member’s court, including custody of court files and recording orders
- travelling with the Member on circuit and other court business
- assisting with the preparation of presentation materials and attending seminars and conferences with the Member
- assisting the Member with hearings conducted as a Supplementary Member for the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT)
- any other duties assigned by the Member in relation to court business.
This unique opportunity will allow you to build working relationships, network with Judicial Officers and other Associates while gaining valuable insights into the court processes behind the scenes. It is an invaluable experience in the development of a career in the legal profession.
Associates are generally appointed for one year. You are encouraged to apply if you have completed or are well advanced in studies towards a law degree by the time you would be due to commence as an Associate in January 2026.
Applying for the position of Land Court Associate
Applications for the position of Associate within the Land Court of Queensland for 2026 are now open and will close on Friday 9 May 2025 at 5:00pm. To be considered, you will need to prepare and submit the following information to the Executive Assistant.
- A completed Land Court Associates Application:
- A completed Land Court Associates Questionnaire:
- Covering letter – a concise personal statement describing why you consider yourself suitable for the position (maximum of 1 page);
- Curriculum Vitae – including academic and other achievements, employment history, extra curricula activities and the names of two referees (maximum of 5 pages); and
- Academic Transcript.
Applications can be submitted:
By post: Executive Assistant Land Court of Queensland GPO Box 5266 BRISBANE QLD 4000 | By email: EA.LandCourtPresident@courts.qld.gov.au Note: You must submit your application as a single PDF file, no larger than 10Mb |
Hand delivered applications will not be accepted.
Late applications may be considered at the discretion of the President.