Overview
Historically there have been significant legal, institutional and cultural barriers to American women practicing law. Women only began breaching these barriers in the late 1800s, but by the early 20th century the first generation of women lawyers were already making their mark. This program documents the remarkable careers of Newark’s pioneering women lawyers, including Mary Philbrook, Elizabeth Blume Silverstein and Jennie Precker.
The presenters are George Robb, an emeritus faculty member at William Paterson University, and Robert Steinbaum, Associate Dean for Advancement at Rutgers Law School.
Light refreshments will be served. This program is co-sponsored by NJPAC, Newark History Society and the Newark Public Library.