Patrick Hodge
Scottish lawyer and judge, Lord Hodge
Born
May 19th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1953, a distinguished legal career included serving as a judge at the Supreme Court of the United Kingdom. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 2013, contributed to significant rulings on various legal issues. Prior to this role, served as a judge in the Court of Session and the High Court of Justiciary in Scotland.
Appointed to the Supreme Court in 2013
Served as a judge in the Court of Session
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