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Revision as of 01:31, 18 May 2023
Charles Michael Lavery QC | |
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| Born | June 10, 1934 |
| Died | April 25, 2019 |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Occupation | Barrister |
Charles Michael Lavery QC (June 10, 1934 – April 25, 2019) was a renowned legal professional and Queen's Counsel (QC). He specialized in [citation needed] various fields of law, including criminal law, constitutional law, and human rights law.
Early life and education
Lavery was born on June 10, 1934, in Portadown, County Armagh, Northern Ireland. He pursued his higher education at Trinity College, Dublin, where he obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. He later earned a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from Queen’s University, Belfast.[1][2]
Career
Lavery had a distinguished career in the legal profession spanning over several decades. He established himself as one of the leading advocates in the country, appearing in several high-profile cases[3].
Lavery's expertise in criminal law led to his involvement in numerous significant criminal trials, both as a defense counsel and a prosecutor [citation needed]. His deep understanding of constitutional law allowed him to provide expert legal opinions and advice on matters of national importance. Furthermore, his work in the field of human rights law contributed to the development and protection of individual rights and liberties in the country.
In recognition of his contributions to the legal field, Lavery was appointed as a Queen's Counsel in 1971, denoted by the initials "QC" after his name. The title is a prestigious recognition given to lawyers who have demonstrated exceptional skill and expertise in their respective fields.[4]
References
- ^ "Large congregation for funeral of Michael Lavery QC - 'one of the outstanding advocates of his generation'". News Letter. The Newsroom. 30 Apr 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2023.
- ^ "Michael Lavery obituary: Barrister known for mastery of evidence and arguments". Irish Times. Irish Times. 5 Sep 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2023.
- ^ "Michael Lavery obituary: Barrister known for mastery of evidence and arguments". Irish Times. Irish Times. 5 Sep 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2023.
- ^ "Large congregation for funeral of Michael Lavery QC - 'one of the outstanding advocates of his generation'". News Letter. The Newsroom. 30 Apr 2019. Retrieved 18 May 2023.