George Arthur Malcolm was an American lawyer who emerged as an influential figure in the development of the practice of law in the Philippines in the 20th century. Constitutional scholar and academic Joaquin Bernas described Malcolm as "the man who more than any single American contributed most to early constitutional development in the Philippines." At age 35, he was appointed Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, where he would serve for 19 years. His most enduring legacy perhaps lies in his role in the establishment of the College of Law at the University of the Philippines.
George A. Malcolm, American lawyer and jurist (died 1961)
On November 5, in the year 1881, George A. Malcolm, American lawyer and jurist (died 1961). This event is recorded as a Notable Births event in the history of November 5, one of 424 recorded events on this date across all of history.
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- This event took place on November 5, 1881 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Births event in recorded history.
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- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 4 October 2026.
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