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In Honor Of Robert E. “Robbie” Robinson (J.D. ‘74), University Of Georgia School Of Law
In Honor Of Robert E. “Robbie” Robinson (J.D. ‘74), University Of Georgia School Of Law
Robert E. Robinson (J.D. 1974)
Robinson was a beloved civil rights attorney and city alderman in Savannah, GA known for his work in the community and service to numerous indigent clients. A community leader and activist, Robinson served on the executive board and as counsel for the NAACP and was an influential leader in the fight for school desegregation in Savannah. On December 18, 1989, Robinson was tragically killed by a mail bomb that was sent to his Savannah office.
To honor his legacy, the School of Law has established the Robinson Scholars Program, which benefits underrepresented student populations with ties to Georgia and a …