How is the process of appointing judges?

The appointment of a judge is carried out by the President of Ukraine at the request of the High Council of Justice in accordance with the procedure established by law. Appointment to the post of judge is carried out by competition, except for cases specified by law.

A citizen of Ukraine, not younger than thirty and not older than sixty-five, who has a higher legal education and professional activity in the field of law for at least five years, is competent, virtuous and speaks the state language can be appointed to the position of judge. The law may provide for additional requirements for appointment to the position of a judge.