New appointment to the Supreme Court

Attorney-General Robert Clark today announced the appointment of John Digby QC to the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Mr Clark said Mr Digby would bring a wealth of experience to the bench, following a distinguished legal career spanning more than 30 years.

“In his career, Mr Digby has built a reputation as a leading commercial barrister specialising in building and construction industry matters. He has appeared in numerous large and complex proceedings and arbitrations across Australia,” Mr Clark said.

Mr Digby is currently a Director of the Australian Academy of Law, is a past Chairman of the Victorian Bar, has recently concluded a three-year term as President of the Commercial Bar Association of Victoria and has been a Senior Fellow of the Law School at the University of Melbourne since 2005.

Mr Digby has also been the recipient of a Royal Humane Society bravery award, has served in the Royal Australian Navy Reserve and has been a volunteer with the Brotherhood of St Laurence.

“I congratulate Mr Digby on his appointment, and look forward to his contribution to the court and the Victorian judicial system in the future,” Mr Clark said.