Birthdate: May 24, 1870
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Died: July 9, 1938
Benjamin Cardozo was a distinguished American lawyer and jurist who served on both the New York Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court. He made significant contributions to American common law in the 20th century due to his influential philosophy and engaging prose style. Cardozo began his legal career following his graduation from Columbia Law School and swiftly climbed the ranks, eventually becoming Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals. During his time on the U.S. Supreme Court, he was part of the liberal bloc of justices and authored several notable majority opinions in important cases.
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