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Jean K. Burling

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Jean K. Burling

Jean K. Burling is an American attorney and former judge. She was the first woman to be a judge in the state of New Hampshire.

Early life and education

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Burling was the 47th woman admitted to practice law in New Hampshire.[1]

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Burling became New Hampshire's first female judge in 1973. She served as a superior court justice on the New Hampshire Superior Court of Grafton County. Citing health reasons, she retired on January 1, 2008.[2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "NH Women's Bar Association - First 100 Women". www.nhwba.org. Retrieved 2020-09-09.
  2. ^ "Jean K. Burling". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-09-09.