Documents Relating To The Appointment Of Stephen Gageler SC As Solicitor-General In 2008, Justice Of The High Court In 2012 And Chief Justice Of The High Court In 2023.

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This FOI release contains formal appointment documents for Stephen Gageler SC across three career milestones. Document 1 shows his appointment as Solicitor-General on 1 September 2008 for a five-year term under the Law Officers Act 1964, signed by Governor-General Philip Michael Jeffrey with Attorney-General Robert McClelland's endorsement. Document 2 comprises his appointment as Justice of the High Court effective 9 October 2012 under section 72 of the Constitution and the High Court of Australia Act 1979, signed by Governor-General Quentin Bryce with Attorney-General Nicola Roxon's approval, along with the supporting Executive Council minute. The release does not include documentation relating to his 2023 appointment as Chief Justice, despite being listed in the request scope. No substantive legal advice or policy analysis is disclosed—only formal ceremonial appointment instruments and routine administrative processing documents.