It is with deep sadness that the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) notes the passing of Sir Henry Forde KC, LLD (h.c), a towering figure in the Caribbean legal landscape and a distinguished jurist of Barbados.
Sir Henry had the distinction of being one of the attorneys to appear before the CCJ, as lead counsel in the first case to be heard by the CCJ – Barbados Rediffusion Service Ltd v Asha Mirchandani et al in 2005. His advocacy in this case was a testament to his legal acumen and set a high standard for those who would follow. This was certainly a fitting start for the Court as Sir Henry was a champion of the CCJ long before 2005, lending his voice and influence to the establishment and promotion of the Court across the region.
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