Betty Binns Fletcher

American lawyer and judge with rulings

Betty Binns Fletcher - American lawyer and judge with rulings
Born

March 29th, 1923
102 years ago

Died

October 22nd, 2012
13 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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A prominent American lawyer and judge, served on the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit from 1979 to 2014. Contributed to significant rulings in civil rights, environmental law, and intellectual property. Attended the University of Washington for undergraduate studies and earned a law degree from Stanford University. Became the first female judge to serve on the Ninth Circuit and was instrumental in various landmark decisions. Worked with several legal organizations, advocating for fairness and justice throughout her career.

First female judge on the Ninth Circuit

Rulings in civil rights and environmental law

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