Stephen Woolman
Scottish judge and academic
Born
May 16th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Scotland
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A Scottish judge and academic held the title of Lord Woolman. Education included studying at the University of Edinburgh. Appointed as a judge in the Court of Session, contributed to significant legal decisions. Active in academia, taught law at the University of Edinburgh, influencing future generations of lawyers. Published works focused on various aspects of law, further establishing a reputation in legal scholarship.
Served as a judge in the Court of Session
Taught law at the University of Edinburgh
Published influential legal scholarship
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