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Trailblazing Black Lawyer in Minnesota Inspires Future Generations

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Minnesota’s legal landscape was forever changed by the trailblazing efforts of one individual: Fredrick L. McGhee, the state’s first Black lawyer. McGhee’s extraordinary accomplishments have left an indelible mark, paving the way for countless aspiring Black attorneys who followed in his footsteps. Born in 1861, McGhee overcame immense societal barriers to achieve great success in a time of pervasive racial discrimination. During an era when racial segregation and prejudice were prevalent, McGhee’s rise to prominence was both remarkable and inspiring. Despite facing significant obstacles, he fought tirelessly to secure justice for his clients, challenging many … Read more

From Dark Shadows to Redemption: Lawyer Morohashi Yoshitomo and Judicial Scrivener Kōmura Ryūichi Open Up About Their Yakuza Histories and Journey to Reform

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TOKYO (AP) — Two individuals intimately acquainted with the dark world of the Japanese criminal organization known as the Yakuza recently shed light on their past involvement. Lawyer Morohashi Yoshitomo and judicial scrivener Kōmura Ryūichi, both from Tokyo, recounted their experiences in candid interviews. Yoshitomo, who now practices law, revealed that he used to work for a Yakuza-affiliated law firm in the early 2000s. He admitted to aiding the organization in money laundering activities and providing legal advice on illicit matters. However, after witnessing the harm caused by the Yakuza’s influence, Yoshitomo decided to sever … Read more

The Journey of a Rebellious Lawyer: From Immigration Law to Fighting the Broken System

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Seattle, Washington – The journey to becoming a social justice lawyer can take a much different path than the typical career trajectory often depicted on television. Monika Batra Kashyap, an immigration lawyer and visiting clinical professor at Seattle University School of Law, is an example of a “rebellious lawyer” who is dedicated to fighting for social justice. Batra Kashyap’s desire to help others was influenced by her own personal history as the child of immigrants. Her passion for immigrant justice work taps into her politics, lived experience, and ancestral ties to the country. However, she … Read more

Turkish Lawyer Detained After Criticizing Sharia Law on Social Media

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Istanbul, Turkey – A Turkish lawyer has been detained by authorities for making derogatory comments about Sharia, the religious law associated with Islamic tradition, on a social media platform. According to the Cumhuriyet daily, an investigation was launched into the lawyer, Feyza Altun, after she used offensive language in response to a comment on one of her posts. Altun had shared a Persian poem on the platform, which prompted a user to make a comment linking her name to a “Sharia attack.” In response, Altun posted “F*** Sharia,” which quickly drew attention and criticism on … Read more