The Judges of the Supreme Court follow a protocol. If a judgment is reserved, it should typically be delivered within three months. This timing starts from when the hearing ends or the last submissions are received, not counting court vacation periods.
If there's a concern about a delay in a judgment, a party or their lawyer can reach out to the President of the Queensland Law Society through the QLS’ delayed judgments service. A party’s legal representative may also contact the President of the Bar Association of Queensland.
The President may then approach the Chief Justice to enquire when the judgment delivery may occur. They will not disclose the identity of the party initiating the approach.
The Chief Justice will consult with the Judge concerned and notify the President who, in turn, will notify the parties or the legal representatives as to when the judgment may be expected.
A concern of this nature may also be raised directly by letter addressed to the Chief Justice. If the letter is to be sent to the Chief Justice, as with all correspondence with the Court, all parties to the proceeding should be supplied with a copy.
