H. Lee Sarokin

H. Lee Sarokin

H. Lee Sarokin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 27, 2023.
H. Lee Sarokin ruled in several high-profile cases during his time as a United States circuit court judge. He freed Rubin “Hurricane” Carter after saying the prosecution was tainted by racism and ruled against the tobacco industry in a civil liability lawsuit.

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James Sacher

January 14, 2024

Having practised law for nearly fifty years, I cannot recall any federal judge as progressive and creative as Judge Sarokin. His energy and ingenuity was revealed in courageous and creative groundbreaking decisions properly enforcing unpopular civil rights laws.

July 6, 2023

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H. Brown

June 29, 2023

Thank you for listening and caring that God loves everyone.

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