SA’s Supreme Court Chief Justice Chris Kourakis claims top power ranking

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South Australia’s Supreme Court Chief Justice Chris Kourakis has claimed the top spot in The Advertiser‘s 2023 Law Power rankings.

Serving as the state’s top judge for the past 14 years, Kourakis has significant influence over judicial listings, budgets, and the administration of law and lawyers in SA. He is also the key spokesperson for the courts on justice-related matters.

Appointed to the bench in 2008 after serving as SA Government Solicitor General, Kourakis is known for his efforts to address legal misconduct, though his decisions, particularly regarding the use of the barrister postnominal “King’s Counsel,” have been controversial at times.

While he could remain in office for up to four more years, some speculate he may retire early, with potential future roles including Chancellor of Adelaide University.

Source: The Advertiser.

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