Lawyers who died on September 28

Take a focused look at the lawyers who passed away on September 28. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2002 Patsy Mink

  Pioneering congresswoman who was a key architect of Title IX, breaking significant barriers for women and minorities in American politics by...

• 2005 Constance Baker Motley

  Groundbreaking African American civil rights lawyer, federal judge, and politician who played a crucial role in the civil rights movement.

• 2016 Shimon Peres

  Prominent Israeli statesman who served as Prime Minister and President of Israel, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and a key figure in Middle...