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04 November 2020
Issue: 7909 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Justice wanted: Apply today!

The Supreme Court is looking for another Justice, to fill the shoes of Lady Black of Derwent who is retiring on 10 January

The appointments process began officially last week with prospective candidates invited to submit their applications.

Applicants do not need to be full-time judges currently. Information and support for applicants will be given by the Supreme Court, including a pre-application webinar.

The closing date for applications is midday on 20 November 2020.

The new Justice will take up office in the spring of 2021. The details are available on the court’s website at: www.supremecourt.uk.

Issue: 7909 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Flint Bishop—Charlotte Harris

Flint Bishop—Charlotte Harris

Sheffield expansion continues with appointment of commercial property partner

Browne Jacobson—Paul Duggan

Browne Jacobson—Paul Duggan

Browne Jacobson strengthens banking and finance practice with latest partner appointment Paul Duggan

Ward Hadaway—Chris Piggott

Ward Hadaway—Chris Piggott

Employment partner joins Ward Hadaway

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