Sydney Templeman
English lawyer and judge
Born
1920
105 years ago
Died
June 4th, 2014
10 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as a barrister before being appointed as a judge in the High Court of Justice. During a distinguished judicial career, presided over significant cases and contributed to legal proceedings in various capacities. Became a Life Peer in 1993, receiving a barony and taking the title Baron Templeman. Engaged with multiple legal reform initiatives and upheld principles of justice throughout tenure. Ended judicial career after numerous years of service to the legal profession.
Served as a High Court judge
Appointed Life Peer in 1993
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