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Lord Justice Woolf

Lord Justice Woolf was a distinguished British judge who, in the 1990s, initiated significant reforms to improve England and Wales' civil justice system. His most notable contribution was the 1996 Woolf Report, which recommended streamlining court procedures, reducing delays, and making the process more accessible and cost-effective for everyone involved. These reforms aimed to ensure that civil justice is fair, efficient, and responsive to the needs of individuals and businesses. Woolf's work has had a lasting impact on how civil cases are handled, promoting a more straightforward and transparent legal process.