Harry Woolf
English lawyer and Lord Chief Justice
Born
May 2nd, 1933
91 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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