Biographical entry

Aickin, Keith Arthur (1916 - 1982)

Sir

Born
1/02/1916
East Malvern, Victoria, Australia
Died
18/06/1982
South Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Occupation
Barrister, Justice of the High Court of Australia and Lecturer

Chronology

1/01/1951 - 1/01/1956
Melbourne Law School Employment

Additional Notes

On 1 May 1939 he was admitted to practise as a barrister and solicitor. In 1944 Aickin went on to London, he was called to the Bar at the Middle Temple in 1948. Returning to Australia in 1949, he signed the Victorian Bar roll. He also lectured (1951-56) in company law at the University of Melbourne. On 10 December 1957 he took silk.
On 20 September 1976, following the retirement of Sir Edward McTiernan, Aickin accepted appointment to the High Court. Two months later he was appointed KBE.

Publications

Journal Articles

  • Aickin, K, 'Settlements and gift duties in Victoria (Book Review)', Res Judicatae, vol. 7, 1955, p. 231. Details