Chief Justice of Singapore

highest post in the judicial system of Singapore

The Chief Justice of Singapore is the highest post in the judicial system of Singapore. The Chief Justice is appointed by the President, chosen from candidates recommended by the Prime Minister. The current Chief Justice is Sundaresh Menon.

Chief Justice of Singapore
Incumbent
Sundaresh Menon

since 6 November 2012
StyleThe Honourable the Chief Justice
Member ofSupreme Court of Singapore
AppointerHalimah Yacob (as President)
Term lengthUntil age 65
Constituting instrumentConstitution of Singapore, art 94
Inaugural holderWee Chong Jin
Formation9 August 1965
SalaryS$347,400 annually
Websitewww.supremecourt.gov.sg