Wiley Manuel

Wiley William Manuel (August 28, 1927–January 5, 1981) was an associate justice on the Supreme Court of California from 1977 to 1981 and the first African American to serve on the high court.

Background

Governor Jerry Brown appointed Manuel on February 12, 1977. Manuel served on the court for only four years before he succumbed to stomach cancer. Manuel was known for his dedication to pro bono work. There is a pro bono award named after him awarded by the State Bar of California each year. The Wiley Manuel Courthouse, part of the Alameda County Superior Court, was named after him.[1]

Education

In 1953, Manuel attended Hastings College of Law and successfully received his Bachelor of Law degree. [1]

Marriage

He was married to Eleanor Manuel and she currently resides in Oakland, CA.[1]

Extra

In honor of Wiley Manuel, there is a non-profit scholarship foundation in Northern California and an Oakland courthouse in his name. [1]

Death

Manuel died in 1981. [1]

External links

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "The History of the Wiley Manuel Bar Association of Sacramento County". The Wiley Manuel Bar Association of Sacramento County. Retrieved 20 August 2012.


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