Diversity Internship program 2024
… to gain hands-on experience and develop connections in the legal profession. The internship runs over three weeks. … Irving’s chambers, said the internship had reinforced her commitment to pursuing a career in the law. This year’s … the program and how to apply on the Victorian Bar’s website . … Applications for the Victorian Bar’s 2024 …
New Judicial Registrars appointed to the Court
… been appointed Judicial Registrar of the Civil Division, while Mark Pedley will join the Court as Judicial Registrar of … years of extensive experience as a practising solicitor in commercial litigation and dispute resolution. Her litigation … law including personal injuries, negligence, wrongful death and other tortious claims. Judicial Registrar Matthews …
Resumption of Criminal Jury Trials
… trials on 20 July, but postponed that date in light of deteriorating public health conditions. The Courts will … now and 16 November and adjust the timeframe if that becomes necessary. The Courts have undertaken extensive work … The Courts have consulted with health professionals, the legal profession and others involved with criminal trials. …
Admission Ceremonies on 30 July
… Ceremony Family and friends can watch the ceremonies on demand below: 9:30am ceremony 11:30am ceremony 2.30pm … been experiencing technical issues with the system that enables in-court matters to be livestreamed. We apologise for … either 485 Lonsdale Street or 210 William Street. It is recommended that applicants and guests arrive 1 hour prior to …
Changes to First Directions Orders in the Common Law Division
… orders in four specialist personal injury lists in the Common Law Division , streamlining the process for parties … a number of common issues arising in proceedings that can lead to delays or adjournments of hearing dates. Parties … revised First Directions forms available on the Court’s website. The major changes to the standard orders include: A …
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The Chief Justice's response to media criticism of judges
… by-passed the laws. What is this about? New sentencing laws commenced in Victoria in 2013 mandating judges to impose … terms of imprisonment in certain cases involving gross violence. The new laws do not apply to pre-2013 cases. The new … and Ferrer have been available on the Supreme Court website www.supremecourt.vic.gov.au and via social media, free …
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Statement from the Chief Justice of Victoria
… a position where appearances will be managed through the electronic and digital environment. Not all courts have the … Courts and VCAT will continue to closely follow State and Commonwealth government health advice. I would like to thank … are made. Information will be included on their websites as it becomes available. Those links are: …
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Joint statement on easing of COVID-safe settings
… advised that, in addition to the removal of the COVID-19 density quotient, when in use for their ordinary purposes … distancing including jury trials. There remains only a recommendation for 1.5m distancing where members of the public … not for the operations of the courts. Record keeping and cleaning requirements will remain as part of the COVID-Safe …
Judgment handed down in Commonwealth DPP v Thomas and Wu
… of Appeal has held that, when a person is sentenced after pleading guilty to a Commonwealth offence, he or she is nearly always entitled to … and victims from the experience of such a trial. The Court declined to follow decisions of the New South Wales Court of …
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Update on jury trials
… 2020 The Supreme Court and the County Court (the Courts) decided to suspend new jury trials from Monday, 16 March, in … health advice and in the best interests of the Victorian community. The Courts are pleased to announce that, as the public health advice has …
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