Juvenile Judge
Evaluate cases and preside over hearings to determine appropriate interventions for minors in legal proceedings.
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — Belgium
Entry routes include obtaining a law degree, succeeding in judicial competitive exams, and completing internships or clerkships in courts.
Experienced legal professionals may also transition after additional training and certification.
Training — Belgium
To become a juvenile judge in Belgium, one generally needs to complete a Master's degree in Law, followed by passing a competitive judicial exam and completing judicial training at a recognized institute.
Specialized knowledge in juvenile law and child protection is essential.
The job market — Belgium
The juvenile judge profession is primarily within the public judicial sector, with demand stable due to the essential nature of juvenile justice.
Employment is mostly in juvenile and family courts across Belgium.
