Episode
How to infuriate a Judge
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- Mar 27, 2025
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- 2782
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Summary
In this episode, Helen Davison, barrister-at-law, interviews recently retired District Court Judge and Judge of the Planning and Environment Court, Michael Rackemann. He shares his advice on many topics, including: How not to infuriate a judge and advocacy tips The challenges facing judges Working in areas of the law which expose judges and practitioners to distressing content. Lastly, retired Judge Rackemann speaks about mental health and his own health challenges. This is a powerful interview, not to be missed. His speech entitled “How to infuriate a judge” can be accessed here: Speech—How to infuriate a judge. If you require assistance, the following services are available to the public and members of the Law Society of Queensland and the Bar Association of Queensland: In an emergency call “000” Lifeline on 13 11 14 for 24/7 support. Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. For members of the Law Society of Queensland: LawCare - www.qls.com.au/Services/Personal-Services/LawCare For members of the Queensland Bar Association: Bar Care - qldbar.asn.au/baq-cms/bar-care For other resources on mental health for lawyers visit qls.com.au/Practising-law-in-Qld/Resources/Resilience-and-wellbeing/resources-for-individuals