Ceremonial - Swearing-in of Jagot J - Canberra

This matter concerns the ceremonial swearing-in of Justice Jagot as a judge of the Federal Court of Australia. The proceedings were presided over by Chief Justice Kiefel, with Justices Gageler, Gordon, Edelman, Steward, and Gleeson also in attendance. The occasion marked the formal commencement of Justice Jagot's tenure on the bench.

The primary legal issue before the court was the formal administration of the judicial oath and the affirmation of allegiance, as required by law for the appointment of a judge to the Federal Court of Australia. This involved the legal requirements and procedures for the swearing-in ceremony to ensure its validity and compliance with constitutional and statutory provisions governing judicial appointments.

Chief Justice Kiefel administered the oath and affirmation to Justice Jagot, formally inducting her into her judicial office. This act, undertaken in the presence of the other Justices, signifies the acceptance of the responsibilities and duties associated with the role of a Federal Court judge, upholding the rule of law and the administration of justice in Australia.