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This video shows a roleplay exercise that you may undertake if you apply to be a judge. This particular roleplay was used as part of the assessment of candidates for the post of recorder sitting in the family jurisdiction.
It is important that you read the accompanying written explanatory notes before watching the video.Download the explanatory notes (PDF 38kb)Download the candidate brief (PDF 26kb)Download the practice direction (PDF 48kb)Download the McKenzie Friends guidance (PDF 32kb)
Each candidate is judged against qualities and abilities specified by the Judicial Appointments Commission.Read more about the judging
A transcript of the roleplay exercise is available.Download the transcript (PDF 86kb)
A version of the roleplay video with audio description is also available.See the roleplay with audio description
In a second video two sitting judges assess the candidate's performance.See the assessment