Is Australia's legal system broken? Former High Court Judge explains | Michael Kirby

Former High Court Justice Michael Kirby – Australia’s first openly gay judge – answers the internet’s burning questions about the law, the courts and his own life.

From sovereign citizens winning in court to lawyers being replaced by AI, Justice Kirby shares his wisdom as Australia’s longest-serving judge.

Stream JudgmentCases That Changed Australia on ABC iview.

This four-part series takes viewers inside the High Court of Australia, where ordinary citizens challenge the laws that define the nation. Across four landmark cases, personal battles become constitutional turning points.

Producer & Interviewer: Jennifer Luu

Producer & Editor: Cameron Biazar

Videographer: Jenia Ratcliffe

Commissioning Editor: Daniel Ahern

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