The K-Zone: High Court judge

Judges of the High Court -- also called `puisne' judges are officially appointed by the monarch on the recommendation of the LordChancellor (see: CourtSystemOfEngland). Barristers (see: Barrister) of 10 years' service are elligible for appointment.

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