Ruth Higgins SC: Australia appoints first woman as top legal adviser admin 2 weeks ago The Practical Comments Off on Ruth Higgins SC: Australia appoints first woman as top legal adviser 2 Views Experienced barrister Ruth Higgins SC has made history as the first woman to be appointed Australia’s top legal adviser to the Federal Government. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share Facebook Twitter Stumbleupon LinkedIn Pinterest