Sarah Keating Appointed as Crown Counsel for Victoria

Greens List is thrilled to announce the appointment of List Member Sarah Keating as Crown Counsel for Victoria. The work of Crown Counsel is to provide high-level legal advice to Government and conduct reviews and investigations on a range of legal and policy related matters. With her wealth of experience, Sarah will bring legal insight and strong commitment to her new role.

With more than sixteen years at the Victorian Bar, Sarah's legal career is marked by her extensive involvement in complex and high-profile criminal trials, appeals, judicial review proceedings, and commissions of inquiry. She has appeared in criminal and regulatory matters involving murder, fraud, cartel conduct, workplace manslaughter, professional misconduct, and corrupt behaviour.

Sarah Keating has been recognised for both her legal skills and for her commitment to developing the next generation of legal professionals. In 2022, she received the Mentor Award from the Women Barristers’ Association for her dedication to supporting junior members of the Bar. Sarah has also played an active role in the administration and governance of the Victorian Bar, serving as the Honorary Treasurer and an executive member of the Bar Council.