Harry Woolf

English lawyer and Lord Chief Justice

Harry Woolf - English lawyer and Lord Chief Justice
Born

May 2nd, 1933
92 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1933, this individual served as a distinguished lawyer and judge in England. Appointed as Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales, presided over significant legal decisions and reforms during tenure. Contributed to the modernization of the judiciary and emphasized the importance of judicial independence and public confidence in the legal system. Played a vital role in the development of civil justice procedures and was influential in various legal reforms, enhancing access to justice.

Served as Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

Led judicial reforms in the civil justice system

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