The Bahamian authorized group is in mourning following the sudden passing of Deputy Chief Justice of the Peace Debbye Louise Ferguson on Monday.
The Workplace of the Judiciary has honored her legacy, remembering Ferguson for her integrity, truthful and balanced choices, dedication to the rule of regulation, and compassionate strategy to justice.
In a press release, the Judiciary prolonged its heartfelt sympathies to Ferguson’s household, urging colleagues to maintain them of their ideas and prayers throughout this tough time. Whereas the specifics of her sickness weren’t disclosed, the Workplace of the Judiciary highlighted her distinguished profession and important contributions to the Bahamian authorized system.
Ferguson’s authorized journey started after she was known as to The Bahamas Bar on November 11, 1994, upon finishing her research on the Norman Manley Legislation College in Jamaica. Simply three days later, on November 14, she commenced her profession within the Workplace of the Lawyer Normal as an Assistant Counsel. Her distinctive work led to her promotion to Senior Counsel.
On January 3, 2003, Ferguson transitioned to the Judiciary as a Stipendiary & Circuit Justice of the Peace assigned to the Northern Area. Her judicial profession progressed steadily, and on February 23, 2011, she was appointed as a Deputy Coroner. 4 years later, in 2015, she was promoted to Deputy Chief Justice of the Peace, a job she carried out with diligence and dedication till her premature passing.
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“As we mourn her passing, we additionally rejoice her life and legacy,” the Judiciary’s assertion learn. “She can be remembered for her integrity, her truthful and balanced choices, her dedication to upholding the rule of regulation, and her compassionate strategy to justice.”
The lack of Deputy Chief Justice of the Peace Debbye Louise Ferguson leaves a profound void within the Bahamian judiciary, however her legacy will proceed to encourage those that comply with in her footsteps.
