Pioneering Voices: 12 Inspiring Quotes from Black Lawyers Who Made History

As we celebrate the contributions of Black lawyers who have made a significant impact on the legal profession, we're reminded of the importance of diversity and inclusion in the legal field. In this article, we'll explore 12 inspiring quotes from Black lawyers who have made history, from Thurgood Marshall to Constance Baker Motley.

From fighting for civil rights to advocating for social justice, these lawyers have left an indelible mark on American history. Their words of wisdom and guidance continue to inspire new generations of lawyers and legal professionals.

So, without further ado, here are 12 inspiring quotes from Black lawyers who made history:

1. Thurgood Marshall

'The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.'

2. Constance Baker Motley

'I believe that the law is a powerful tool for social change.'

3. Charles Hamilton Houston

'The pursuit of knowledge is the pursuit of justice.'

4. Pauli Murray

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

5. A. Leon Higginbotham

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

6. Vernon Jordan

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

7. Shirley Chisholm

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

8. Barbara Jordan

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

9. Johnnie Cochran

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

10. Vernon Jordan

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

11. A. Leon Higginbotham

'The law is not a science, it is a social institution, and as such, it is subject to the same biases and prejudices that affect all social institutions.'

12. Constance Baker Motley

'I believe that the law is a powerful tool for social change.'