Ruth Deech
English lawyer and academic leader
Born
April 29th, 1943
82 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent lawyer and academic, contributed significantly to legal education and women's rights. Served as a law professor at various institutions, including the University of Oxford, where advancements in legal studies were made. Appointed as a life peer in the House of Lords, participated in debates on legal reforms and education policies. Engaged in various legal and academic organizations, enhancing the field of law and ethics.
Served as a law professor at the University of Oxford
Appointed a life peer in the House of Lords
Contributed to discussions on legal reforms
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