Each year, the Chief Justice announces the appointment of new Senior Counsel for Victoria. This is marked by a ceremony held in Banco Court and streamed live online. Being appointed Senior Counsel recognises the individual’s skill, integrity, independence and standing in the legal profession.
Recordings of past ceremonies are available to watch.
Recent ceremonies
Older ceremonies
2020 appointment ceremony
18 November 2020 - 9:30am - Banco Court
2019 appointment ceremony
26 November 2019 - 9:30am - Banco Court
2018 appointment ceremony
13 December 2018 - 9:00am - Banco Court
2017 appointment ceremony
30 November 2017 - 9:15am - Banco Court
2016 appointment ceremony
2 December 2016 - 9:15am - Banco Court
2015 appointment ceremony
4 December 2015 - 9:15am - Banco Court
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