Court Registry Officer
What's it like to be a Court Registry Officer?
A Court Registry Officer (Āpiha Whakarite Kōti) handles administrative tasks for courts, both behind the scenes and during hearings. Their administrative tasks can include processing documents such as orders and warrants, preparing and maintaining case files, liaising with police, lawyers and judges, scheduling court hearings, and answering queries from the public. Court Registry Officers support judges in the courtroom and in their chambers.
Tasks and duties
- Handling the administration of court operations including data entry and filing, as well as the processing of documents such as summons, orders, warrants to arrest and other legal notices.
- Providing customer support to members of the public, legal teams and social workers.
- Assisting judges in court by swearing in witnesses, reading out changes and providing administrative support.
- Maintaining case files to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date.
How to become a Court Registry Officer
You don’t need a qualification to become a Court Registry Officer although basic administration skills and knowledge of the law can be helpful.
Secure an entry-level position in a court and gain experience on the job.
Alternatively, you could complete a tertiary qualification such as a Certificate in Legal Studies (Level 4 or 5) or Diploma in Business (Level 5).
It may also be helpful to study a Level 1 or 2 qualification in Te Reo Māori if you don’t feel confident in speaking basic phrases.
Consider undertaking continuing professional education to add to your administrative and legal knowledge.
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