Only
a handful of lawyers exist whose fame transcends enclosed legal circles and
transforms them into cultural icons who enjoy almost celebrity status in the
society. Ruth Bader Ginsburg was one of those exceptions. Through her work as a lawyer,
law professor, and justice, she dedicated an essential part of
her career to drawing attention to artificially created ideological and gender
divisions, thus contributing to a fairer legal system and society. The authors
outline her life and career path that led her to become a professor and lawyer
and later a judge of the U.S. Court of Appeal and justice of the Supreme
Court.
Key words: Ruth Bader Ginsburg,
Supreme Court of the United States, principle of equality, gender
discrimination.