Chief Justice Peter Quinlan

Lawyer’s ‘outrageous’ suggestions draw ire of senior judge, Chief Justice

Claims by a legal practitioner that a judge should show cause as to why they should not be disciplined were dismissed...

25 March 2026

By Naomi Neilson

‘Intolerable’: Mega litigation a drain on justice system, Chief Justice says

Efforts to provide meaningful access to justice to more Australians will be in vain as long as court resources are tied...

14 January 2026

By Naomi Neilson

Access to justice declining at cost of public trust, 2 chief justices warn

Speaking exclusively to Lawyers Weekly, two chief justices reflect on the state of access to justice, question how it...

17 December 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Judges told to draw on unique position to stabilise public confidence

Safeguarding public trust in the courts demands active leadership from the judiciary, chief justices and legal leaders...

26 November 2025

By Naomi Neilson