Wilfred Feinberg

American lawyer and judge

Wilfred Feinberg - American lawyer and judge
Born

1920
105 years ago

Died

July 31st, 2014
10 years ago — 94 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a United States District Judge for the Southern District of New York. Appointed by President Jimmy Carter, contributed to the federal judiciary through various significant rulings. Held a legal career in both private practice and the judiciary, influencing legal precedents during tenure. Engaged in litigation concerning civil rights and commercial law, shaping landscape through legal interpretations.

Served as a United States District Judge

Appointed by President Jimmy Carter

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