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Mar 6, 2023 · She became the youngest judge in the Southern District, the first Hispanic federal judge in New York history, and the first Puerto Rican woman to serve as a judge in the federal judiciary.
Sotomayor became the youngest judge in the Southern District and the first Hispanic federal judge in New York State. She became the first Puerto Rican woman to serve as a judge in a U.S. federal court. [94]
- Sonia Maria Sotomayor, June 25, 1954 (age 69), New York City, New York, U.S.
- David Souter
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Sep 1, 2021 · In the time between joining the firm and becoming a judge in 1992, Sotomayor served on multiple New York City boards advocating for affordable housing for low-income homeowners. Her career was thriving, and her hard work ethic continued to propel her forward.
Feb 9, 2022 · When President Obama nominated federal judge Sonia Sotomayor to the Supreme Court, many Americans welcomed the appointment as a historic milestone; she is the first Hispanic American to serve on the high court.
May 10, 2024 · As a federal judge, Sotomayor received national attention in 1995 when she ruled in favour of Major League Baseball players, then on strike, who were suing because of changes to the free agent system and salary arbitration rules. Sotomayor issued an injunction against the team owners, effectively bringing the eight-month strike to an end.
May 26, 2009 · (CNN) -- Here is a look at the resume and record of federal Judge Sonia Sotomayor, whom President Barack Obama has chosen as his nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court. Judge Sonia...
May 26, 2009 · She has been hailed as "one of the ablest federal judges currently sitting" for her thoughtful opinions,i and as "a role model of aspiration, discipline, commitment, intellectual prowess and integrity"ii for her ascent to the federal bench from an upbringing in a South Bronx housing project.
