Martin Polden OBE (23 June 1928 – 5 April 2023) was an English solicitor noted for his contributions to environmental law.[1][2]

Biography

Born as Martin Alan Podeshva in Clapton, London, he attended the Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe.[1] At the school, he demonstrated political acumen and a flair for writing, contributing to his school magazine on topics like the Hyde Park Orators.[1]

After studying law at London School of Economics, Polden trained with WP Davies & Son before founding Polden & Co. in 1958.[1] The firm underwent several name changes, eventually becoming Rubinstein Callingham Polden & Gale.[1]

Polden played a pivotal role in establishing the Environmental Law Foundation (ELF) in 1992 and co-authored The Environment and the Law: A Practical Guide in 1994.[1] His services to environmental law were recognized in 2006 when he was awarded the OBE.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Martin Polden obituary". 17 June 2023 – via www.thetimes.co.uk.
  2. ↑ "Honouring the Enduring Legacy of Martin Polden OBE: A Pillar of Environmental Justice".


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