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Black History
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In Custodia Legis
A Seat for Rosa Parks: African American History Month Centennial
This February marks the 100th anniversary of African American History Month. This celebration, originally Negro History Week, was first established by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in February 1926. Dr. Woodson…
North Carolina Divorce Lawyers Blog
African American Legal Pioneers Who Changed US History
Black voices were legally silenced in courtrooms for a large portion of American history. A brave few, however, refused to remain silent. During Black History Month, we honor the African…
North Carolina Divorce Lawyers Blog
Black Legal Leaders Who Made a Difference in North Carolina
During Black History Month, we pay tribute to African Americans who broke down barriers and contributed to the creation of laws that currently safeguard families. Brilliant Black judges and attorneys…
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Philip Simmons: Charleston's Master Ironworker | Black History Month
By Eric Elliot
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the contributions of African Americans who have shaped our world. Often, we focus on prominent figures known nationally, but it's equally important…
Healthcare Perspectives
Black History Month: Remembering the NJ-Born Physician Who Became the First Black Lawyer Admitted to Practice before the Supreme Court of the United States
Born in Elsinborough Township in Salem County, New Jersey on October 13, 1825, John S. Rock was a person with amazing talents. After years of working as a physician, for…
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Too Rich of a History for Only One Month
By Duane Morris Diversity, Inclusion
By: Rafiq J. Robinson This blog post features a Duane Morris staff member in celebration of Black History Month. Black History Month is a time to recognize and appreciate the…
Lawline Blog
Black Legal Pioneers That Changed History | Lawline | Blog
Juneteenth, marking the day in 1865 when the last slaves in the United States were finally freed, has long been a holiday for much of Black America. In honor of…
Canadian Lawyer Mag
Black Law Students Association annual national conference highlighting Nova Scotia’s Black history
The 32nd annual conference expected to be the largest ever, says national conference chair
Knowledge: The RDM Blog
Ensuring Their Legacy Lives On
February will always be that sacred time of year when we reflect on and celebrate Black History. Thanks to the contributions and sacrifices of those that came before me, I…
Simple Justice
Educational Value
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis argued that the reason Florida rejected the Advance Placement course in African American History is that it lacked “educational value.” It’s not that units one through…