Lee Robinson
American lawyer and politician
Born
1943
82 years ago
Died
November 4th, 2015
9 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives. Contributed to legal reforms and public policy in Kentucky. Worked as a prominent attorney advocating for various legal issues throughout a lengthy career. Engaged in local and state politics, influencing legislation and policy-making processes in the region.
Served in the Kentucky House of Representatives
Practiced law with a focus on public policy
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