Tag: diversity in law
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Pamela Goodwine breaks barriers as Kentucky’s first Black woman Supreme Court Justice. Learn about her inspiring journey of resilience and dedication to justice.
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John Brittain, UConn Law’s first Black tenured professor, returns to co-teach a groundbreaking course on Taxation and Racism, highlighting the school’s commitment to diversity and social justice in legal education.
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Tiffani Lee, inspired by her father’s fight against racial discrimination, becomes the first Black deputy managing partner at Holland & Knight, championing diversity and excellence in law.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson’s historic swearing in as the first Black woman Supreme Court justice. Despite partisan battles, her impeccable qualifications prevailed, embodying hope for generations and bringing a much-needed perspective to the nation’s highest court.
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Jessikah Inaba’s groundbreaking achievement as the UK’s first black and blind barrister. Despite facing systemic barriers, she pursued her dream with unwavering determination, inspiring marginalized groups and advocating for inclusivity in the legal profession.
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