Walter Woon

Singaporean Lawyer and 7th Attorney-General

Walter Woon - Singaporean Lawyer and 7th Attorney-General
Born

September 12th, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Singapore

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Served as the 7th Attorney-General of Singapore from 2008 to 2010. Worked as a legal practitioner and held several academic positions within Singapore. Contributed to legal education and the development of legal frameworks in the country. Engaged in various public service roles and participated in law reform initiatives.

Served as Attorney-General of Singapore

Contributed to legal education in Singapore

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