About Brian Galgut
Born 1937. Brian Galgut is a South African judge and lawyer.
Brian Galgut SC is a South African lawyer and former Deputy Judge President of the High Court in the Natal Provincial Division.
Early life and education
Galgut was born in Pretoria and educated at Pretoria Boys High School. He was awarded a B.A. (Law) degree from Stellenbosch University in 1958, and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Pretoria in 1960.
In 2001 he was appointed as Deputy Judge President of the Division, and for three months in each of 2001 and 2004 served as the Acting Judge President. In 2004, having served for 20 years, Galgut elected to go off active service as a judge. Since 2014 he has served as Internal Arbitrator at Santam Limited.
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Who is Brian Galgut?
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When was Brian Galgut born?
Brian Galgut was born on 1 May 1937 in Pretoria.
What is Brian Galgut's occupation?
Brian Galgut is a judge and lawyer.
What nationality is Brian Galgut?
Brian Galgut is South African.
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