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British Lawyers Wearing Wigs. Cultural Sensitivity vs Legal Tradition.

Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 6:34 AM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

British lawyers wearing wigs No doubt British lawyers look quaint wearing their wigs and gowns. It makes them look respectable and authoritative. But the wigs are supposed to add solemnity to court proceedings. They’re supposed to confer uniformity and anonymity among the lawyers. And they’re supposed to honor a hallowed legacy. Growing opposition to wearing… Read more.

Black Lawyers Wearing White Wigs? ‘Hey Tony, What’s Up with That?’

Friday, March 2, 2007 at 8:20 AM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

Black lawyers wearing white wigs When foreigners think of The Bahamas, they picture waves washing up on white sand and rays glistening off crystal-blue waters. But another scene, anachronistic and out of place, is upstaging those images. Black lawyers wearing white wigs and black gowns. This scene is playing out on TV screens worldwide thanks… Read more.