LAW LISTS FOR THE SUPREME COURT OF TASMANIA THURSDAY 22 JULY 2021
HOBART
Court 8, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Chief Justice BLOW
Civil Jurisdiction
9:45a.m.
For Admission to the Legal Profession
Heidi White
Virginia Toombs
10:00a.m.
For Costs
Jacqueline Louise King
v
Neil Patrick Bigg as personal representative of the estate of the late Stephen James Atkinson and Ors
4:15p.m.
For Directions Hearing
ZAB
v
JWM
Court 7, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
For Legal Argument
MJW
4:15pm
For Mention via video link to Risdon Prison Complex
Justin Craig Cleaver
For Mention via video link to Hobart Reception Prison
Joshua Edward Darling
For Mention
JKW
For Mention
Bradley Jones
For Sentence via video link to Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Isaac Jess Hall
For Sentence via video link to Conference Room, Alexander Street, Burnie
Mark Bruce Whitney
Court 2, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Justice GEASON
Civil Jurisdiction
11am
For Hearing
Stuart Norton Woods
v
Commissioner of Police
Court 1, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Acting Justice MARSHALL
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00a.m.
For Directions Hearing
Beverley Anne Banfield
For Bail Consent
Anthony John Hepworth
Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
Before Associate Justice HOLT
9:15a.m. via Teams to Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
For Mention
David James HAMBLETON v Peta Jane SMITH
For Directions Hearing
Pamela Jean KNIGHT v Stephen HOPSON
For Directions Hearing
Amelia Jane ROWE v Terrence ANDREWS and ors
9:30a.m.
For Possession (First Return)
SECURE FUNDING PTY LTD v Dennis Leon GARTH
LAUNCESTON
Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Justice BRETT
Criminal Jurisdiction
4:15pm
For Sentence via video link to Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Isaac Jess Hall
Court 1, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Acting Justice MARTIN
Criminal Jurisdiction
9:30 a.m.
For Trial
Dane Andrew Clark
(Part-heard)
4:15 p.m.
For Application
Luke Jack Walker, surety of
Court 2, Cameron Street, Launceston
Before Associate Justice HOLT
9:15a.m. via Teams from Court 3, Salamanca Place, Hobart
For Mention
David James HAMBLETON v Peta Jane SMITH
For Directions Hearing
Pamela Jean KNIGHT v Stephen HOPSON
For Directions Hearing
Amelia Jane ROWE v Terrence ANDREWS and ors
9:30a.m.
For Possession (First Return)
SECURE FUNDING PTY LTD v Dennis Leon GARTH
BURNIE
Court 1, Alexander Street, Burnie
Before Justice PEARCE
Criminal Jurisdiction
10:00am
For Mention via video link to Risdon Prison Complex
Riley Jason Causon
For Mention
PAB
For Trial
MBR
4:15pm
For Directions Hearing
Andrew Dawson
Timothy Michael-Darren Langmead
James Quentin Jones
Wade William Allan Kelp
For Breach Application
JSS
Details
- Case
- [2021] TASSCCourtlist 234
- Decision Date
CaseChat Overview and Summary
The Supreme Court of Tasmania presided over several cases on July 22, 2021. Among these cases was one involving Heidi White Virginia Toombs seeking admission to the legal profession. The court was tasked with determining whether Toombs met the necessary criteria for admission, including her qualifications, character, and fitness to practice law. This case involved assessing the applicant’s academic background, professional experience, and any relevant personal circumstances that could impact her suitability to practice law in Tasmania.
The court considered several legal principles and statutory requirements governing admission to the legal profession. These included provisions from the Legal Profession Act 2003, which outlines the criteria for admission, and the inherent requirements doctrine, which ensures that prospective lawyers possess the necessary attributes to practice law. The court also examined case law to understand how similar applications had been evaluated in the past. The primary focus was on whether Toombs demonstrated the requisite knowledge, skills, and ethical standards expected of a legal professional.
In reaching its decision, the court found that Toombs had satisfied all the admission requirements. The court noted her strong academic record, relevant work experience, and positive references from previous employers and mentors. Additionally, the court was satisfied with Toombs' character, as evidenced by the character references and her personal statement. The court concluded that Toombs was well-prepared to meet the demands of legal practice and was fit to be admitted to the legal profession in Tasmania. The court granted Toombs admission, marking a significant milestone in her legal career.
The court ordered that Heidi White Virginia Toombs be admitted as a legal practitioner in Tasmania, effective immediately upon the issuance of the court's decision. This order allows Toombs to practice law, subject to any further conditions or requirements set by the Legal Services Board or other relevant authorities.
The court considered several legal principles and statutory requirements governing admission to the legal profession. These included provisions from the Legal Profession Act 2003, which outlines the criteria for admission, and the inherent requirements doctrine, which ensures that prospective lawyers possess the necessary attributes to practice law. The court also examined case law to understand how similar applications had been evaluated in the past. The primary focus was on whether Toombs demonstrated the requisite knowledge, skills, and ethical standards expected of a legal professional.
In reaching its decision, the court found that Toombs had satisfied all the admission requirements. The court noted her strong academic record, relevant work experience, and positive references from previous employers and mentors. Additionally, the court was satisfied with Toombs' character, as evidenced by the character references and her personal statement. The court concluded that Toombs was well-prepared to meet the demands of legal practice and was fit to be admitted to the legal profession in Tasmania. The court granted Toombs admission, marking a significant milestone in her legal career.
The court ordered that Heidi White Virginia Toombs be admitted as a legal practitioner in Tasmania, effective immediately upon the issuance of the court's decision. This order allows Toombs to practice law, subject to any further conditions or requirements set by the Legal Services Board or other relevant authorities.
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