judiciary diversity

Curiosity on judicial hires, independence a ‘threat’ to system

With Australia’s inherited justice system the way it is, an academic says asking the “hard” questions about a...

28 January 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Updates to AIJA handbook on judicial appointments welcomed

The Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration (AIJA) has updated its handbook on Suggested Criteria for...

20 February 2024

By Lauren Croft

Justice Keane says judiciary diversity ‘not happening fast enough’

The Asian Australian Lawyers Association Queensland branch recently hosted an event with Justice Patrick Keane, former...

21 October 2022

By Lauren Croft

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation a ‘catalyst for opportunity’ in Australia

The “landmark” development of the first African-American woman being confirmed to the United States Supreme Court...

08 April 2022

By Jerome Doraisamy

‘The profession should encourage its lawyers from diverse backgrounds to seek leadership positions’

Having a more diverse judiciary reflective of the community needs to be a priority for the profession, according to the...

11 November 2021

By Lauren Croft