Henri Leclerc (lawyer)

Henri Leclerc (born 1941) is a prominent French lawyer, specializing in defending civil liberties and human rights. He is known for his long and distinguished career defending journalists, activists, and marginalized groups. Leclerc served as president of the Ligue des droits de l'homme (Human Rights League) from 1995 to 2000. He has argued cases related to freedom of expression, press freedom, discrimination, and police brutality. Leclerc is considered a leading figure in the French legal community and a staunch defender of democratic principles. His work has had a significant impact on the development of human rights law in France.