Orthodox Rabbi Marcus Solomon has been appointed as a judge in the Supreme Court of Western Australia, in what is likely the first time a rabbi has been appointed to such a position.
Solomon serves as an attorney and legal educator, who has had an extensive legal career in complex commercial cases, as well as extensive pro-bono legal advice.
He is also a leader among Australia's Jewish community, and established the Beit Midrash of Western Australia in 1993.
"He is not only an eminently qualified advocate and lawyer but he has also demonstrated his commitment to public service through his roles in the education and mentoring of his fellow practitioners, membership of various boards and committees, and his advisory and honorary positions in a variety of Jewish educational institutions."