Dorothy Kenyon

Biography

Dorothy Kenyon was a formidable lawyer whose sharp intellect guided a lifetime of advocacy for civil rights. She took on causes aimed at ensuring that the law served women, workers, and minority communities during decades of change, and her fearless manner inspired others to keep pushing for justice.

A trusted counsel to civic and civil liberties organizations, she often stood in defense of due process at moments when fear threatened the rule of law; her support for groups like the American Civil Liberties Union helped keep their missions alive. Her steady presence in public life and rest at Woodlawn Cemetery remind us of the enduring power of courage and compassion.