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Justin Gleeson to lead ABC’s defence in defamation claim brought by Christian Porter
The former solicitor-general Justin Gleeson, who recently called for the Prime Minister to seek advice as to whether Christian Porter was fit to remain in office, will lead the ABC’s defence in a defamation claim brought by the Attorney-General.
Key points:
- Justin Gleeson was the solicitor-general from 2013 to 2016
- He will lead the ABC’s defence in a defamation case made by Christian Porter
- The public broadcaster and journalist Louise Milligan are being sued by Mr Porter
Mr Gleeson, now a private barrister, was solicitor-general from 2013 to 2016.
He quit after a high-profile dispute with then-attorney-general George Brandis after claiming he was not consulted by the government on significant legislation.
Christian Porter is suing the public…
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