Chief Justice's remarks on the occasion of an admission ceremony
… it may not look quite the same as others that have gone before, we are delighted to welcome you all to the Banco Court. I’d like to start by … other hobbies and interests. Because you can have a very rewarding and balanced life as a lawyer, and it is possible to …
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Notice to the Profession - New SCV Mediation Centre
… agreement by the parties as to the mode of mediation; the complexity of the matter; whether there has been a previous … agreement by the parties as to the mode of mediation; the complexity of the matter; whether there has been a previous … computer with a camera and a reliable internet connection. One device per person is encouraged. Participants must be in …
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Protocol for access to recordings
… conduct. 2. Introduction 2.1. This protocol responds to recommendation 8 of the Judicial Commission of Victoria’s … Recommendations. 1 Recommendation 8 states: 2 Insofar as one may not already exist in each jurisdiction, the … the presiding judicial officer, their chambers or someone else within the Court. f)The chambers of the Chief …
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Detention of children in youth justice facility within Barwon Prison found to be unlawful
… Youth and Families Act were unlawful due to being incompatible with the human rights under ss 17 and 22(1) of … of trial, of handcuffing in order to move detainees between one wing of Grevillea and the outdoor exercise area, through … not be established to permit the exercise of the powers. None of the impugned decisions was found to be invalid on …
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Media Release - Detention of children in youth justice facility within Barwon Prison found to be unlawful
… Youth and Families Act were unlawful due to being incompatible with the human rights under ss 17 and 22(1) of … of trial, of handcuffing in order to move detainees between one wing of Grevillea and the outdoor exercise area, through … not be established to permit the exercise of the powers. None of the impugned decisions was found to be invalid on …
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Notice to the Profession - Update on advice of changes to Costs Court practice
… are expected to cooperate with the Court and each other in complying with orders and in the conduct of hearings FILING … should be exchanged and once signed by all parties forwarded to the Costs Court email address. 12. Parties are … requested to advise the Costs Court of contact details (phone number, email address and any other necessary details) …
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Notice to the Profession - Advice on temporary changes to Costs Court practice
… are expected to cooperate with the Court and each other in complying with orders and in the conduct of hearings. … 9. The 5 May 2020 callover will be conducted by phone . This includes matters presently in the list as well … should be exchanged and once signed by all parties forwarded to the Costs Court email address. 12. Parties are …
Victorian Reports launch 2016
… (17 August) and Sydney (18 August) Honoured guests, ladies and gentlemen, I am delighted to speak on behalf of the … for a long time, not just here in Victoria but around the common law world. The debate has been sharpened by the … Reports are: Available on the dedicated Victorian Reports website published by Little William Bourke, with its own …
20th Anniversary of the Court of Appeal
… from the trial court could the reality and appearance of complete independence be secured. Those reasons, as valid … elaborate reference to authority. Finally there is the onerous task of writing the judgment which must address at … this difficult legislation, which is notorious for its studied obscurity. Other common law claims for personal injury …
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Personal Injuries List Case Management & Listings update - May 2024
… initial timetabling orders being made. Discovery is to be completed 3 months after the initial timetabling orders, and … should not be dismissed. Conduct of parties and practitioners These changes will require some modifications to the manner in which practitioners conduct proceedings. In particular: By the time they …
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