Legal Adviser in Training
1 month ago
The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service is seeking a talented Legal Adviser to join the team on a 6 month fixed term basis with the possibility of extension thereafter. The successful candidate will perform a key strategic role, working closely with senior managers to deliver excellent service across the Sheriffdom of Lothian and Borders.
The Legal Adviser will provide accurate legal and procedural advice to Justices of the Peace (JPs) and support them within clearly defined roles. They will fully participate in training of JPs and take a proactive role in supporting the effective performance of the business team in response to service demands.
The successful applicant will be based in Edinburgh but will be expected to sit in all JP courts in the Sheriffdom as may be required.
Key Responsibilities:
- To act as Clerk of Court in the JP Court and proactively provide accurate and independent legal and procedural advice to lay JPs at, and out with, sittings of the JP Court and to support JPs in the execution of their judicial role.
- To prepare, process and complete all court documentation to ensure statutory/business targets are met.
- To assist the Sheriffdom Legal Adviser in the preparation and maintenance of JP and Legal Adviser rotas; provision of support and advice to Sheriffdom Justices' Committees and any sub-committees, and undertake planning and reporting on behalf of the committees.
- To draft stated cases and reports for JPs in appeals and undertake all associated work.
- To undertake project work and delivery of local and national initiatives as required by the Sheriffdom Management Team, including the development of training for legal and non-legal staff.
- To assist in preparation and delivery of training to JP's and prospective JPs in accordance with national and local training plans as required by the Sheriffdom Legal Adviser and the Lord President/Judicial Institute.
- To ensure all relevant new or amended legislation is assessed and any changes implemented in conjunction with the Sheriffdom Legal Adviser and if appropriate, the Judicial Institute.
- To continually monitor JP Court services, systems, methods and procedures, provide information on same and recommend changes to improve efficiency and service to all court users.
- Establish a network of effective communication and working relationships with Justice Partners.
The job holder may be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post.
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