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Philip Otton

b. 1933

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About Philip Otton

Born 1933. Philip Otton is a judge.

Sir Philip Howard Otton (born 28 May 1933), styled The Rt Hon Sir Philip Otton, is a former Lord Justice of Appeal (1995–2001).

Career Otton was educated at the University of Birmingham (LLB). In 1983, he was approved as a High Court Judge and assigned to the Queen's Bench Division. He was subsequently appointed as Lord Justice of Appeal in 1995. He was judge of the Qatar Civil and Commercial Court from 2007 to 2011. He holds honorary degrees from Nottingham Trent University, the University of Essex and the University of Birmingham.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Education
University of Birmingham
Positions held
Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom
Awards
Knight Bachelor
Also known as
Sir Philip Howard Otton

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Philip Otton?

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When was Philip Otton born?

Philip Otton was born on 28 May 1933.

What is Philip Otton's occupation?

Philip Otton is a judge.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philip Otton

· Wikidata: Q17486608

· DBpedia: Philip Otton

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