The appointment of the highly regarded judge has been widely welcomed by the law community.
Constitutional law expert Professor George Williams from the University of New South Wales said the Government should be commended for its choice, despite the quirky family connection.
"I think people were wondering before the appointment whether the Government would make it in light of her family connection," he said.
"Surely that is not something in this day and age that should be a relevant factor.
"Her appointment should be considered on its merits and there's no doubt that it's a very strong appointment indeed."
Justice Gordon has already had a high-profile career as a Federal Court judge, especially in commercial and tax law.
Last year she heard the consumer watchdog's case over claims Coles had used unconscionable conduct towards its suppliers, ending with a $10 million penalty against the company.
Justice Gordon also ruled against ANZ on late payment of credit card fees.
This ruling was recently overturned by the full bench of the Federal Court, and is already slated for a High Court challenge.
Constitutional law expert Professor George Williams from the University of New South Wales said the Government should be commended for its choice, despite the quirky family connection.
"I think people were wondering before the appointment whether the Government would make it in light of her family connection," he said.
"Surely that is not something in this day and age that should be a relevant factor.
"Her appointment should be considered on its merits and there's no doubt that it's a very strong appointment indeed."
Justice Gordon has already had a high-profile career as a Federal Court judge, especially in commercial and tax law.
Last year she heard the consumer watchdog's case over claims Coles had used unconscionable conduct towards its suppliers, ending with a $10 million penalty against the company.
Justice Gordon also ruled against ANZ on late payment of credit card fees.
This ruling was recently overturned by the full bench of the Federal Court, and is already slated for a High Court challenge.
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