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Swearing-in of 52 New Trainee Judges: A Milestone for Justice

Notícias Portugal4 September 2026 at 09:19

On September 2nd, the Superior Council of the Judiciary celebrated the swearing-in of 52 new trainee judges. The ceremony was led by the Vice-President and Judge Counselor Luís Azevedo Mendes, marking the official beginning of the internship phase during which the judges will be able to exercise their functions with autonomy and independence.

The event was attended by several figures from the legal field, including Board Members of the Superior Council of the Judiciary, the Director, Deputy Directors, Coordinators and Teaching Staff from the Judicial Studies Center. All participants highlighted the importance of this moment for strengthening the judicial system and the contribution that these new magistrates will bring to justice in the country.

The trainees were welcomed with enthusiasm and encouragement, reflecting the trust placed in them to face the challenges of the magistracy. During their training, they will have the opportunity to learn from practice and develop essential skills to ensure the effectiveness of justice.

The ceremony symbolizes a new chapter in the life of each of the judges, who are now preparing to play a fundamental role in society, promoting justice and defending the rights of citizens.

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