Mary Johnson Lowe facts for kids

Mary Johnson Lowe was an important American judge. She was born on June 10, 1924, and passed away on February 27, 1999. She served as a United States district judge in New York. This means she worked in a special court that handles federal laws.

Early Life and Education

Mary Johnson Lowe was born in New York City, New York. She loved learning and went to several colleges. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hunter College in 1951. She then studied law at Brooklyn Law School, getting her Bachelor of Laws in 1954. She continued her studies at Columbia Law School, where she earned a Master of Laws degree in 1955.

A Career in Law and Justice

After finishing her education, Mary Johnson Lowe worked as a lawyer in New York City. She was in private practice from 1955 to 1971. This means she helped people with their legal problems.

Becoming a Judge

Mary Johnson Lowe then became a judge in different courts in New York City.

• From 1971 to 1973, she was a judge in the Criminal Court.
• From 1973 to 1974, she was an Acting Supreme Court Justice.
• From 1975 to 1976, she served as a judge in the Bronx County Supreme Court.
• From 1977 to 1978, she was a Justice of the Supreme Court of New York.

Serving as a Federal Judge

In 1978, President Jimmy Carter chose Mary Johnson Lowe to be a federal judge. This was a very important job. She was confirmed by the United States Senate on June 23, 1978. She officially started her work as a judge for the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on June 27, 1978.

Senior Status and Legacy

On July 27, 1991, Judge Lowe took on "senior status." This means she continued to work as a judge but with a reduced caseload. She served until her death on February 27, 1999, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mary Johnson Lowe was a dedicated judge who made important contributions to the legal system.

See also

• List of African-American jurists