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 (born 1881)
On May 16, in the year 1961, George A. Malcolm, American lawyer and jurist (born 1881). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of May 16, one of 403 recorded events on this date across all of history.
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- This event took place on May 16, 1961 (AD era).
- It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
- Referenced in 1 Wikipedia article.
- 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
- Wikipedia source last updated on 18 April 2026.
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