North Carolina Divorce Lawyers Blog
Spotlighting Veteran Contributions to Law in the Tar Heel State
On Veterans Day, we’re honored to pay tribute to the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect our freedom. This year, we’re highlighting the many contributions veterans have made in the field of law, shaping North Carolina into the great state it is today. Let’s explore some of the lasting impacts these national heroes have made right here at home.
Chief Justice Walter Clark
North Carolina veterans have long held positions of great importance, including as prominent members of the North Carolina Supreme Court. After retiring from the armed service, Justice and then Chief Justice Walter Clark spent thirty-five years authoring opinions that would shape the state’s jurisprudence. For over three decades, he continued his service to his state, creating lasting impacts we still feel today.
Judge Henry L Stevens Jr
After completing his military service, Henry L. Stevens Jr. took on the role of Superior Court judge along with that of National Commander of the American Legion. Judge Stevens was known for his deep patriotism and for being strict yet fair in the courtroom; he helped lead the American Legion through a particularly difficult time, when President Hoover voted to deny veterans their Adjusted Service Certificates. His brave stance landed him on the cover of Time magazine and, despite heavy criticism, he was recognized for his bravery and determination to fight for his fellow veterans. You can still visit Judge Stevens’ historical marker outside his hometown of Warsaw.
Veteran Support
Chief Justice Walter Clark and Judge Henry L. Stevens Jr. are just two of countless veterans who have made and continue to make a difference in North Carolina’s legal system. Thanks to tireless petitioning by veterans, their families, and advocates, North Carolina continues to expand its Veteran Treatment Courts, which use a special, judicially supervised model that combines treatment and accountability for veterans who deal with PTSD and substance abuse-related legal issues. There are also programs such as the Veterans Law Project and North Carolina IOLTA that help disabled, homeless, and low-income veterans navigate challenging circumstances, including discharge, housing stability, family law, and VA benefit appeals.
Throughout the state, veterans continue to fight for others, facing the legal system head-on with bravery and determination. While their time in active duty may be over, their dedication to their communities inspires us all and serves as a daily reminder that those who serve are truly the best of us. Woodruff Family Law Group thanks you, veterans, for your service to our country and your continued contributions to law in North Carolina.
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- High net worth
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