Anne Rafferty
English lawyer and judge
Born
July 26th, 1950
74 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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