A day in the life of a High Court Judicial Assistant
Background There are many courts which offer junior lawyers the chance to take up the role of judicial assistant (JA), most notably the Court of Appeal. The High Court introduced a JA scheme c.2019, aimed at junior barristers and solicitors, and those who have been Called to the Bar but who have not completed pupillage. Being both a trial court and a location of appeal, the role of High Court JA offers junior lawyers a unique opportunity to work with senior members of the judiciary on some of the most complex and high- profile trial litigation. The application process In addition to the application form, there is usually a written legal task as well as an interview with a High Court judge and HMCTS staff member. At interview, you are likely to be asked motivational questions (about your career and how the role will assist with your ambitions), competency questions (answer using the STAR method), and a legal question (eg discuss a case you find interesting and why). You will also b...
