Ada Bittenbender

Biography

Ada Bittenbender rose from modest beginnings to become one of the earliest women admitted to the bar in the United States, establishing a legal practice rooted in principles of fairness. She argued cases with quiet confidence while insisting that women deserved a seat at the table in law and civic affairs.

Her advocacy extended beyond the courtroom as she traveled to promote women’s suffrage and championed reforms for mothers and children. Her unwavering dedication inspired future generations of women lawyers and suffragists across the nation.