Judge who harassed women was barred from court duties after decisions criticised
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A former Parramatta-based judge of the Federal Circuit Court, found to have engaged in inappropriate behaviour of a sexualised nature against two young women, was previously suspended from “bench duties” for his irregular behaviour and had a history of breaching protocol.
The Federal Circuit Court initiated an internal inquiry after one of the complainants sought legal advice.
Federal Circuit Court judge Joe Harman has resigned.
Credit:Family Relationship Services Australia
The investigation found former judge Joe Harman, who hears family law matters, had engaged in inappropriate conduct towards two young women, a junior employee and a former law student.