The appointment of Senior Counsel by the Chief Justice is only made after many years of outstanding practice as a barrister and is granted because of his or her experience, learning, seniority and standing as an advocate. In addition to a person's learning, skill and ability as an advocate, the virtues of objectivity, impartiality and fairness are crucial for a Senior Counsel in his or her professional life.
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Criteria for Appointment as Senior Counsel |
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The designation of Senior Counsel provides a public identification of barristers whose standing and achievements justify an expectation, on the part of those who may need their services as well as on the part of the judiciary and the public, that they can provide outstanding services as advocates and advisers, to the good of the administration of justice.
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Senior Counsel 
