Judge who harassed women was barred from court duties after decisions criticised
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A former Parramatta-based judge of the Federal Circuit Court, found to have engaged in inappropriate behaviour of a sexualised nature against two young women, was previously suspended from “bench duties” for his irregular behaviour and had a history of breaching protocol.
The Federal Circuit Court initiated an internal inquiry after one of the complainants sought legal advice.
Federal Circuit Court judge Joe Harman has resigned.
Credit:Family Relationship Services Australia
The investigation found former judge Joe Harman, who hears family law matters, had engaged in inappropriate conduct towards two young women, a junior employee and a former law student.
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National law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth has confirmed its chief executive has been reappointed for a second term after a unanimous vote was made by partners.
Corrs CEO Gavin MacLaren will remain in the top job for a second term to 30 June 2028. The move comes after his reappointment was unanimously passed at a national meeting of the partners. It comes as Mr MacLaren’s initial appointment was due to end on 30 June 2023 however the term extension was brought forward.
Mr MacLaren said he was proud to be reappointed a second term, and thanked the firm’s staff and clients for their ongoing support.
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