Judicial Review Judgment (NSW Supreme Court): 12 Grounds Reframed as one Question Not Ventilated.
This short video shows how 12 grounds in our judicial review proceedings were conceptualised into a single question in the judgment of Acting Justice Griffiths of the NSW Supreme Court (a similar approach appears in Mr Bryl’s judgment).
That question does not reflect any of our pleaded grounds. It was never raised by either party, never argued, and never ventilated. Yet, it appears as the central framing of the judgment.
NSW Supreme Court Judicial Review Update - Odtojan and Bryl
NSW Supreme Court Judicial Review Update. Odtojan and Bryl
Two Australian lawyers and their law firm rendered “unfit” without any disciplinary proceedings, without NCAT determination, and without an independent decision-maker. Allegations and conduct issues were raised and determined by the same regulatory bodies, Law Society of NSW contrary to the disciplinary framework mandated by the Legal Profession Uniform Law. Raises serious concerns about due process, procedural fairne
Unveiling Misconduct: A Call for Reform and Royal Commission into NSW Regulatory Bodies
A formal notice was submitted to the Office of Premier of NSW, Chris Minns, raising serious concerns about alleged unlawful and corrupt conduct by legal regulatory and public officials in New South Wales. These allegations point to systemic failures within key regulatory bodies overseeing the legal profession, including the Law Society of NSW's Professional Standards Department (PSD) and Council, and the Office of the Legal Services Commissioner (OLSC).
Odtojan & Bryl's Judicial Review Court Case: A Summary of the Grounds and Submissions
Odtojan & Bryl's Judicial Review Court Case: A Summary of Grounds & Submissions. Access to court submissions plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and fairness in the legal process. Currently, the judicial review judgments are reserved. These proceedings were heard on 26 (Bryl) and 27 (Odtojan) November 2025 at the Supreme Court of NSW before the presiding acting Judge Griffiths.
For those interested & following this case, this article provides the Plaintiffs' ground
Erin Patterson sentenced - Justice must not only be done, it must be seen to be done.
Erin Patterson sentenced to life in prison with a non-parole period of 33 years. This case is a reminder of the importance of the administration of justice. That Justice must not only be done, it must be seen to be done. The Rule of Law demands that power be exercised through due process.
In criminal law, the judge has the power to impose life imprisonment, but cannot act on power alone. There must be due process, a hearing, tested evidence & a judgment before sentencing. Sa
