Theodore Guerra S.C., fondly called “Teddy” by his friends and family was called to the bar of Trinidad and Tobago on 3rd March, 1960.
Prior to reading for his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree in the United Kingdom, he served as a distinguished member of the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service. He was admitted into the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn on 15th November, 1957. He was also called to the Bar of Grenada and St Vincent and the Grenadines.
Our beloved Senior was awarded silk on 13th October, 1993 and was considered as one of the longest serving members at the Trinidad and Tobago Bar. He passed away on 28th December, 2012, at the age of 80.
Mr. Guerra, was the head of our prestigious chambers and he appeared as advocate in several high profile cases. He was a passionate advocate and his performance at the bar was exceptional.
Mr. Guerra was instrumental in training several Attorneys who are now Senior Practitioners, Magistrates and Judges. Most notably, Mr. Guerra S.C. mentored Mrs. Pamela Elder S.C., who trained in criminal law under him.
He is remembered as a “Warrior of a man who gave selflessly and was passionate about law”.
“May the winds of Heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear how much we love, miss you and wish that you were here…”