Simon Brown

English judge and legal authority

Simon Brown - English judge and legal authority
Born

April 9th, 1937
88 years ago

Died

2023
2 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1937, this individual served as a lieutenant, lawyer, and judge. Educated at the University of Oxford, gained prominence in the legal system through various high-profile cases. Served as a Lord Justice of Appeal, contributing to the development of legal principles within the British judiciary. Appointed to the House of Lords in 1994, focusing on issues related to law and justice.

Served as a Lord Justice of Appeal

Appointed to the House of Lords in 1994

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