David Kitchin
English lawyer and judge
Born
April 30th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Graduated in law and practiced as a solicitor before becoming a judge. Served in the High Court of Justice, specializing in commercial law. Appointed as a High Court judge in 2010. Focused on resolving complex commercial disputes and chaired Coroner's Inquests. Contributed to legal scholarship through judicial decisions.
Served as a High Court judge starting in 2010
Specialized in commercial law
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