- Appointed by the Queen on the recommendation of the Prime Minister and the Lord Chancellor.
- Chosen from barristers who have at least 10 years of experience.
Circuit judges:
- Appointed by the Queen on the recommendation of the Lord Chancellor.
- Chosen from barristers who have at least 7 years of experience.
Magistrates:
- Appointed by a local appointments commission.
- Must be over 18 and meet certain educational and experience requirements.
Supreme Court justices:
- Appointed by the Queen on the recommendation of the Prime Minister and the Lord Chancellor.
- Chosen from judges of the High Court, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court of Scotland.