Court Research Assistant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Legal specialist assisting Family Court Investigators by conducting interview surveys and material collection, contributing to the creation of investigation reports submitted to the court.
Description
Court Research Assistants, under the direction of Family Court Investigators, conduct interview surveys and collect materials regarding juvenile cases and family cases, clarifying the actual circumstances of the cases and the situations of the parties involved. They organize the gathered information, prepare reports, and submit them to judges, while also monitoring the progress of probation and collaborating with relevant agencies as necessary. Utilizing knowledge from social welfare and psychology, they analyze cases from a neutral and objective perspective to support the court's appropriate judgments.
Future Outlook
Amid increasing social concern over family issues and juvenile cases, the role of Court Research Assistants with specialized investigation skills will continue to be stably demanded. Strengthening welfare perspectives and diverse consultation support capabilities will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Has empathy / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Court Research Assistant → Family Court Investigator → Court Clerk → Senior Court Staff
Required Skills
Information Gathering / Interview Skills / Legal Knowledge / Report Writing
Recommended Skills
Judicial Procedure Practice / Psychological Assessment / Social Work Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically analyze family and individual cases and report to the court. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of reports directly impacts judgments. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with subjects and related parties and collecting information. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress tolerance is necessary when handling mentally heavy cases. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly due to work based on laws and standard investigation procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because document research and interviews are central rather than mathematical or quantitative analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk research and short-term fieldwork. |
Related Qualifications
- Court Staff Recruitment Exam (General Position)
Related Jobs
- Court Clerk
- Family Court Investigator
- Probation Officer Assistant