barrister
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The defence, led by British barrister Peter Haynes after a reshuffle, had urged judges not to set a date for trial, arguing that Duterte's health needed to be assessed.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
Despite granting her bail, Judge Martin Picton told Reed's barrister: "She must understand, as I am sure you've explained, the strong likelihood of immediate custody on the next occasion."
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Although it wasn't significant in Emily's case, some types of hair are more absorbent than others, and this can cause major problems, according to experienced family barrister Sarah Branson.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
Defence barrister Matt Mortimer said Murch had no money and was ashamed and remorseful.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
I learned an eclectic smattering of Commonwealth law from a traveling barrister too drunk or too pompous to realize he was lecturing an eight-year-old.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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