Age 94
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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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.
James Sacher
January 14, 2024 | ASHBURN, VA | Acquaintance
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July 06, 2023
Thank you for listening and caring that God loves everyone.
H. Brown
June 29, 2023 | N/a, GA