Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
Chief Justice Lucy McCallum and Magistrate Louise Taylor.
Long-time Canberra resident and ACT Magistrate Louise Taylor has been announced as the first Aboriginal Resident Judge of the ACT Supreme Court.
Having served on the ACT Magistrates Court since 2018, Magistrate Taylor has spent the past five years exhibiting her proficiency in both civil and criminal law matters, displaying a commitment to fairness, impartiality, and open-mindedness.
Her background as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of ACT Legal Aid, combined with her roles with the ACT and Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions, further accentuate her expertise and knowledge of the legal system.
As a proud Kamilaroi woman, her appointment also marks a significant milestone – the first time in the Supreme Court’s history that a Aboriginal woman will hold such a prestigious position in the ACT.
Chief Justice Lucy McCallum welcomed Magistrate Taylor to the Supreme Court.
“I have no doubt that Louise’s dedication to upholding the rule of law, combined with her invaluable experience, will contribute to the continued delivery of justice in our community,” she said.
“It is pleasing to welcome her to the Supreme Court as a long-time Canberran and as the first Aboriginal Resident Judge in this jurisdiction.
“The ACT Supreme Court is committed to fostering an inclusive and representative judiciary that reflects the diversity of the community it serves, so we look forward very much to serving alongside Magistrate Taylor.”
The appointment will bring the number of Resident Supreme Court judges in the ACT to six.
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