Anne Rafferty

English lawyer and judge

Anne Rafferty - English lawyer and judge
Born

July 26th, 1950
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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A lawyer and judge from England, contributed significantly to the legal field. Served as a High Court judge and was appointed to the Queen's Bench Division in 2009. Held a prominent position as a judge in various high-profile cases and played a crucial role in shaping legal precedents. Active in the judiciary, focusing on issues related to human rights and criminal law.

Appointed as a High Court judge in 2009

Served in the Queen's Bench Division

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