John Kerr
John Kerr is a senior counsel in Ireland, serving as one of the legal representatives for Gerry Adams in his defamation case against the BBC. His work often involves complex legal issues, reflecting his experience in the field of law.
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John Kerr is referred to as Whitlam's executioner in a context of political misjudgment.
Jane Hume claim on ‘nation’s worst government’ is endearingly bonkers hyperbole
Australia· 2026-02-18
John Kerr was the Governor-General of Australia who dismissed Prime Minister Gough Whitlam.
Norman Gunston’s moment while a boy got high on a horseAustralia· 2025-11-10
Gough Whitlam was dismissed by Governor-General John Kerr in 1975.
Good time for PM to take a page from Whitlam’s bookAustralia· 2025-11-10
John Kerr was deceptive and did not convey how he really felt.
What Anthony Albanese could learn from Gough Whitlam.Australia· 2025-10-26
John Kerr was the Governor-General of Australia who met Queen Sirikit during her visit to Duntroon.
Beauty who dazzled the worldAustralia· 2025-10-25
Sir John Kerr was the governor-general who dismissed Gough Whitlam.
George Brandis on the 1970 budget precedent Labor wants to forgetAustralia· 2025-10-12
John Kerr is instructed by Johnsons Solicitors to represent Gerry Adams in the defamation case.
Dublin court recalls era when ‘the consequence for informing is death’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-03
John Kerr is also representing Gerry Adams in the defamation trial.
Jury sworn in for former Sinn Féin leader’s action against BBC – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-29
Mr Adams is represented by Tom Hogan SC, Declan Doyle SC and John Kerr.
Garda Commissioner seeks to prevent two officers from having to give evidence in Gerry Adams case against BBC – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-25
