Greg James AM KC

Greg James AM KC

From Brief Exchange by Law Society Journal

March 17, 2026 · 50 min

About this episode

Greg James discusses his career from high school to the Supreme Court, highlighting significant cases.

From North Sydney Boys High to the Supreme Court bench, Greg James has seen it all. In this episode of Brief Exchange, the former Royal Commissioner reflects on a storied career—including becoming a QC at just 38 and navigating landmark cases like the Bathurst jail riots and the Polyukhovich war crimes trial.

People in this episode

Guest: Greg James

Topics covered

  • legal career
  • landmark cases
  • judiciary
  • Royal Commission
  • criminal law

Keywords

  • Greg James
  • Supreme Court
  • Royal Commissioner
  • Bathurst jail riots
  • Polyukhovich war crimes trial

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Organizations: North Sydney Boys High, Supreme Court, Royal Commissioner

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