Robert Carswell
Northern Irish Lord Chief Justice
Born
June 28th, 1934
90 years ago
Died
2023
2 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Northern Ireland
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A prominent lawyer and judge in Northern Ireland, served as Lord Chief Justice from 2001 to 2009. Contributed to the development of legal practices in Northern Ireland and participated in various significant legal reforms. Held a longstanding judicial career that included work in both the Crown Court and the High Court. Additionally, served as a judge in the Royal Courts of Justice.
Served as Lord Chief Justice of Northern Ireland
Oversaw important legal reforms during tenure
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