Family Court Investigator
かていさいばんしょちょうさかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Family Court Investigators conduct investigations in family and juvenile cases, grasp the facts, prepare reports, and support judges' hearings as judicial officers.
Description
Family Court Investigators conduct interview investigations with parties and related individuals, collect documents, and perform on-site investigations in family matters and juvenile cases to grasp the facts and background. They prepare investigation reports based on the collected information and submit them as materials for judges' hearings and judgments, supporting the progress of rulings and mediations. As needed, they collaborate with welfare institutions and related organizations to propose the utilization of social welfare services and rehabilitation support. As national public servants working at family courts nationwide, they are required to handle periodic transfers and legal amendments.
Future Outlook
With declining birthrates, aging population, and diversification of family structures, family and juvenile cases are becoming more complex, and demand for the expertise of Family Court Investigators will remain stable. In the future, personnel skilled in remote investigations using ICT and possessing advanced psychological and welfare knowledge will be required.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Empathetic / Strong sense of ethics / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Court employment / Investigation duties / Nationwide transfers / Public servant
Career Path
Court Clerk → Family Court Investigator Assistant → Family Court Investigator → Chief Investigator → Assistant Judge
Required Skills
Family and Juvenile Law / Interview techniques / Investigation report preparation / Public document management
Recommended Skills
Counseling / Data analysis (statistics) / Psychological assessment / Social work
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary to logically organize facts and judge investigation results. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is needed to create error-free reports. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for appropriately communicating with investigation subjects and related parties to build trust. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning of legal amendments and social issues knowledge is necessary. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to situations involving psychologically burdensome investigations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creative idea generation is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analysis is rarely required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and interviews, with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Family Court Investigator
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