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Robert Akenhead

b. 1949

British judge

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Born 1949. Robert Akenhead is a British judge and barrister.

Sir Robert Akenhead (born 15 September 1949), styled The Hon. Mr Justice Akenhead, is a British judge. He was previously a QC and Head of Chambers at Atkin Chambers, and has been a specialist in construction law since 1973.

He was educated at Rugby School and Exeter University. Called to the Bar, Inner Temple, in 1972, he later became a Bencher in 1997. He officiated as an Assistant Recorder between 1991 and 1994 and as a Recorder from 1994 until 2007, when he was appointed a Judge of the High Court, Queen's Bench Division. He was knighted in October 2007. He retired in 2015.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Exeter, Rugby School
Awards
Knight Bachelor
Also known as
Sir Robert Akenhead

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People whose lives overlapped Robert Akenhead's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Robert Akenhead?

British judge

When was Robert Akenhead born?

Robert Akenhead was born on 15 September 1949.

What is Robert Akenhead's occupation?

Robert Akenhead is a judge and barrister.

What nationality is Robert Akenhead?

Robert Akenhead is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Robert Akenhead

Β· Wikidata: Q7341391

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