New appointment to Magistrates’ Court of Victoria

Attorney-General Robert Clark today announced the appointment of Mr Philip Ginnane to the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria.

Mr Clark said Mr Ginnane was a respected barrister who has practised in both civil and criminal law.

“His extensive advocacy experience in the areas of commercial, insolvency and administrative and employment law makes Mr Ginnane a valuable addition to the Magistrates’ Court,” Mr Clark said.

“Mr. Ginnane’s 21 years at the Bar has seen him appear before a range of State and Commonwealth courts and tribunals.

“He has participated as an instructor with the Bar Readers Course and as an instructor in intensive criminal and civil advocacy training for lawyers in Papua New Guinea.”

Mr. Ginnane was an inaugural and past Committee Member of the Industrial Bar Association and past member of the Australian Labour Law Association.

“His dedication and legal experience will ensure the Magistrates’ Court and the Victorian public will be well served by Mr Ginnane’s appointment,” Mr Clark said.

“I look forward to his contribution to the court and the Victorian judicial system and congratulate him on his new position.”