Gerard Brennan

Gerard Brennan

Australian judge (1928–2022)

Died aged 94GeminiAustralia

Biography

Sir Francis Gerard Brennan (22 May 1928 – 1 June 2022) was an Australian lawyer and jurist who served as the 10th Chief Justice of Australia. As a judge in the High Court of Australia, he wrote the lead judgement on the Mabo decision, which gave rise to the Native Title Act.

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Career highlights

Career & roles

  • Chief Justice of Australia
  • Justice of the High Court of Australia
  • Justice of the Federal Court of Australia

Family

Awards & honours (3)

  • Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
  • Centenary Medal
  • Companion of the Order of Australia

Quick answers about Gerard Brennan

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Gerard Brennan died on June 1, 2022 at the age of 94.
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Gerard Brennan was born on May 22, 1928.
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Gerard Brennan was born in Rockhampton.
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Gerard Brennan's zodiac sign is Gemini.
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Gerard Brennan is a citizen of Australia.
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Gerard Brennan is known as judge, lawyer.
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Wikidata lists 1 child of Gerard Brennan.

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