Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj
Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj is a renowned Trinidadian attorney known for his pioneering work in public interest litigation (PIL). Throughout his career, he has fearlessly challenged governmental actions that violate citizens' rights, earning a reputation for winning significant cases, including those related to access to information and squatter rights. Maharaj served as Attorney General from 1996 to 2001, where he implemented vital legislation to enhance public access to government information and continues to be a formidable figure in legal advocacy.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Guyana | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 786,552 | 781 | $6,000 | 6$ |
| Totals | 1 | 786,552 | 781 | $6,000 | 6$ |
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Guyana:
Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj is a human rights lawyer who would have gone to court regarding the constitution's violations.
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Guyana:
Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj, SC, represented Ayers-Caesar in her case against the JLSC.
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Guyana:
Ramesh Lawrence Maharaj represented Roger Sewlal in court, arguing that his client acted out of a loss of self-control.
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Guyana:
Maharaj pioneered the concept of public interest litigation by taking the government to court on violation of basic rights.
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