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James Edelman ranks #68 of 270 in the Judge ranking, behind Lord Reed, ahead of Padma Lakshmi.
Noted scholar and High Court justice with strong private-law reputation; high esteem among academics and practitioners.
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When did James Edelman join the High Court of Australia?
James Edelman was appointed to the High Court in 2017. He succeeded Justice Robert French after previously serving on the Federal Court of Australia.
Which courts did James Edelman serve on before the High Court?
He served on the Supreme Court of Western Australia and later the Federal Court of Australia. His judicial career followed academic and legal work focused substantially on private law.
What did James Edelman study as a Rhodes Scholar?
Edelman attended the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar and completed a doctorate in law. He later became a professor at Oxford before returning to Australia.
What areas of law is Justice Edelman known for?
He is particularly associated with private law subjects such as unjust enrichment, equity, and restitution. His book Gain-Based Damages examines remedies based on a defendant's gain rather than only a claimant's loss.
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