Jane Bolan's Legal Achievements

Jane Bolan, born in 1908, was a dedicated student who graduated high school at 15. She became the first black woman to graduate from Yale Law School, join the New York City Bar Association, and serve as a judge in the US. Her 40-year judicial career included ending segregated child care facilities and race-based probation officer assignments. Bolan prioritized her work over being the first in her achievements.

At what age did Jane Bolan graduate from high school?

• 16

• 15

• 14

• 17

Which prestigious law school did Jane Bolan graduate from as the first black woman?

• Columbia Law School

• Yale Law School

• Stanford Law School

• Harvard Law School

What was Jane Bolan's significant achievement in the New York City Bar Association?

• First person to join

• First black woman to join

• First black man to join

• First woman to join

How long did Jane Bolan serve as a judge?

• 40 years

• 20 years

• 50 years

• 30 years

What was one of Jane Bolan's contributions to the legal system?

• Building new courthouses

• Establishing new courts

• Ending segregated child care facilities

• Creating new laws