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How to Become a Judge in Ireland

  • Auteur-e: John Edwards
  • Catégories d'articles: Forum
  • Proposition de citation: John Edwards, How to Become a Judge in Ireland, in : «Justice - Justiz - Giustizia» 2019/2
This article commences by outlining the constitutional foundations and the structure of the Irish courts, before proceeding to explain the qualifications that are required under Irish law for appointment as a member of the judiciary, and the existing procedural arrangements for the appointment of judges. It concludes with a brief outline of current proposals for change which have proved highly controversial.

Table of contents

  • 1. Constitutional position with respect to the Irish Courts
  • 2. Qualifications required for appointment to the Judiciary
  • 2.1. The Superior Courts
  • 2.2. Circuit Court and District Court
  • 3. Procedure for appointment to judicial office
  • 4. Proposals for change