Description: (Lawyer and jurist)
Arthur Chaskalson was a prominent figure in South African law, serving as President of the Constitutional Court from 1994 to 2001 and later as Chief Justice from 2001 to 2005. He played a significant role as a member of the defence team in the historic Rivonia Trial of 1963. Chaskalson's career was marked by his dedication to upholding the rule of law and promoting constitutional rights in post-apartheid South Africa, leaving a lasting impact on the country's legal system and the protection of human rights.