This book is a sweeping history of the legal profession in America, covering the lives and careers of some of the most influential lawyers and judges in the country's history. From John Adams to Thurgood Marshall, the authors examine the lasting contributions of these legal titans to American jurisprudence. With insightful analysis and compelling storytelling, this volume is a must-read for anyone interested in the law and its impact on American society. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.