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This dimension groups jurists by the legal system in which they practiced, civil law, common law or another tradition. Wikipedia notes that the meaning of the term "jurist" itself varies "depending on jurisdiction," reflecting how differently legal systems train and title their legal experts. Browsing this way collects every jurist who practiced within the same legal tradition.

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A supreme court is the highest court within the hierarchy of courts in most legal jurisdictions. 1
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In most legal jurisdictions, a supreme court, also known as a court of last resort, apex court, high court of appeal, and court of final appeal, is the highest court within the hierarchy of courts.
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