Congratulations to Cathy Dowsett SC

31/10/2025

Congratulations to Cathy Dowsett SC who, on 29 October 2025, became the first female First Nations silk in Australia, having been appointed Senior Counsel for the State of Victoria. Ms Dowsett SC’s appointment is a momentous achievement that holds deep significance for all young First Nations lawyers across the country, with particular resonance for female practitioners, and marks a meaningful step towards a more inclusive and representative legal profession.