Judges’ Clerk – Judiciary Department (Lesotho)

Job Opportunity: Judges’ Clerk – Judiciary Department (Lesotho) – Apply by 13 June 2025

Location: Judiciary Department, Lesotho
Position: Judges’ Clerk
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 13 June 2025
Project Managed by: Office of the Deputy Registrar

Overview:

The Judiciary Department of Lesotho is seeking four (4) qualified and dedicated individuals to fill the role of Judges’ Clerk. Reporting to the Deputy Registrar, this position offers a unique opportunity for law graduates to support judicial functions by conducting legal research, managing court documentation, and ensuring procedural efficiency within chambers and court proceedings.

Position Purpose:

The Judges’ Clerk plays a vital role in supporting judges by conducting detailed legal research, preparing case files, assisting in courtroom operations, and managing key administrative tasks that facilitate the delivery of justice.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conduct Legal Research

-Analyze and identify legal issues for cases before the court

-Discuss case matters with the assigned judge

-Conduct in-depth research on legal topics and report findings

-Present relevant case law and legislation to the judge

-Monitor and update the judiciary on legal developments

2. Manage the Judge’s Daily Workload

-Maintain and manage the judge’s diary and schedule

-Verify citations and check drafts of judgments

-Convene court sessions and record judicial instructions

-Secure exhibits and manage court evidence

-Communicate judgment delivery dates to the Registrar

-Assist with pre-trial preparation and meetings

3. Liaise with the Registrar

Record court postponements and track:
- Fresh cases
- Part-heard cases
- Reserved judgments
Assess performance of court support staff
Liaise with the Roll Office on hearing schedules

4. File Management in Chambers

Maintain status of:
- Criminal trials, applications, and reviews
- Civil trials, applications, and reviews
- Appeal cases

5. Record Keeping & Efficiency Tasks

Ensure the secure and proper movement of court files
Deliver complete case files to the Registrar
Index and store judgments accurately

6. Prepare Monthly Returns

Compile all judgments delivered and submit monthly reports

Requirements:

-Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree

-Strong legal research and analytical skills

-Excellent writing and reporting ability

-High attention to detail and organizational skills

-Ability to integrate knowledge from diverse legal sources

-Ability to work under pressure and beyond normal hours

-Good listening and interpersonal skills

Why Join the Judiciary Department:

-Serve at the heart of Lesotho’s legal system

-Work closely with experienced legal professionals

-Gain exposure to both civil and criminal law procedures

-Contribute meaningfully to justice delivery

-Competitive employment benefits under government terms

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