Job Description
SUPREME COURT OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA
ASSOCIATE TO THE HON JUSTICE SOLOMON
Salary: Level 2.4 under the Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024
Applications are invited for the role of Associate to the Honourable Justice Solomon at the
Supreme Court of Western Australia.
The successful applicant must be available to commence on 3 August 2026.
The advertised position will be contracted for 12 months, with the possibility of an extension
for up to a further 12 or 18 months.
Prospective Applicants Should Possess The Following Attributes
A law degree, or nearly completed law degree;
A high level of academic achievement (Honours or equivalent is desirable, but not
essential);
High-level research, analytical and editorial skills;
Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake legal research and produce written work
for a Judge. There are also requirements to carry out administrative functions in preparation
for Court sittings and to attend in Court and act as a Judicial Support Officer.
Service in this position may fulfil the work experience component of Practical Legal Training
courses approved by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia. Applicants should make
their own enquiries in this regard. Applicants who are already admitted lawyers and would
welcome the experience of working as an Associate are also encouraged to apply.
When considering whether this role is right for you, it is important to consider the jurisdiction
of the Supreme Court. The Court deals with serious criminal offences, including homicide
offences, as well as High Risk Serious Offenders. In the course of their duties, Associates will
encounter materials (including but not limited to photographs, videos, written statements, and
oral evidence) associated with these charges. This material may be confronting and/or
distressing. The Court is committed to reducing exposure to these materials for staff wherever
possible and the Department of Justice offers services and resources to support staff.
Applications Should Include a
covering letter;
curriculum vitae; and
current academic transcript (or a certified copy).
If your application is sent by email, please scan and attach your academic transcript. You may
be required to bring the original if you are invited to attend an interview.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and graduates are encouraged to apply.
Please Send Your Application By Email To
Ms Megha Sheth
Associate to the Hon Justice Solomon
Supreme Court of Western Australia
28 Barrack Street
PERTH WA 6000
Email:
APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 12.00 PM ON 23 FEBRUARY 2026
Firm or Organisation NameSupreme Court of Western AustraliaContact NameMs. Megha ShethEmail LevelAny levelSectorLegal servicesCountryAustraliaStateWestern Australia