William Genego Attorney for Underdogs
Genego was instrumental in overturning the wrongful life sentences of at least five people.
From This is True for 12 March 2017
law
Lawyers and Judges worthy of the title
Christy O’Donnell The law-abiding
O’Donnell fought for a Death with Dignity law in California, even though she knew it would take too long for her.
From This is True for 14 February 2016
Jacques Verges Devil’s Advocate
“The Devil’s Advocate” — pretty much literally.
From This is True for 18 August 2013
Gerard Nierenberg Win-win Negotiator
Nierenberg urged the win-win strategy in negotiation.
From This is True for 23 September 2012
Sidney Zion Accidental medical benefactor
Zion forced a change in a medical standard that was killing people.
From This is True for 2 August 2009
Robert I McCarthy Anti-drunk-driving pioneer
A lawyer who discovered just how spineless politicians really are.
From This is True for 2 December 2007
Oliver W. Hill Civil rights attorney
“His life’s work was predicated on the simple truth that all men and women truly are equal.”
From This is True for 5 August 2007
Constance Baker Motley Extremely equal
Motley argued 10 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court — and won nine of them.
From This is True for 25 September 2005
Richard M. Schmidt Jr First Amendment defender
Schmidt helped get a Constitution-violating law struck down.
From This is True for 17 October 2004