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Maurice Collins
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Collins in 2024
Judge of the Supreme Court of Ireland
Assumed office
29 November 2022
Nominated by Government of Ireland
Appointed by Michael D. Higgins
Judge of the Court of Appeal
In office
4 November 2019 – 29 November 2022
Nominated by Government of Ireland
Appointed by Michael D. Higgins
Personal details
Born Cork, Ireland
Spouse Nora Rice
Relations Michael Collins (Granduncle)
Alma mater

Maurice Gerard Collins is an important judge in Ireland. He works in the highest courts. Since November 2022, he has been a judge in the Supreme Court of Ireland. Before that, he was a judge in the Court of Appeal from 2019 to 2022.

About Maurice Collins

Early Life and Education

Maurice Collins grew up in Clonakilty, a town in County Cork, Ireland. He is related to a famous Irish leader, Michael Collins. Maurice studied English and Philosophy at University College Cork. He later went to King's Inns to study law.

Becoming a Lawyer

Maurice Collins became a lawyer in 1989. This means he could represent people in court. In 2003, he became a senior counsel. This is a special title for experienced lawyers. He also became a "bencher" of the King's Inns in 2017. This is an honor given to senior lawyers.

Important Legal Work

As a lawyer, Maurice Collins worked on many different types of cases. He often represented the Irish government in legal matters. He also worked on business disagreements. For example, he represented parties in cases involving famous golfer Rory McIlroy and the company Dunnes Stores. He also handled cases about medical mistakes.

In 2019, he represented Ireland in a European court. This was for an appeal about a big case involving the company Apple.

Maurice Collins as a Judge

Judge in the Court of Appeal

In November 2019, Maurice Collins became a judge in the Court of Appeal. This court hears appeals from other courts. He served there until November 2022.

Work with Law Reform

In October 2020, Judge Collins was also appointed to the Law Reform Commission. This group helps to improve and update Ireland's laws. He worked there part-time for five years.

Judge in the Supreme Court

In November 2022, Maurice Collins was chosen to be a judge in the Supreme Court of Ireland. This is the highest court in Ireland. Being a Supreme Court judge is a very important role.

Personal Life

Maurice Collins is married to Nora Rice. They both support the National Gallery of Ireland.

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