This event is in the "Adults" group Lavinia Goodell: Wisconsin’s First Female Lawyer and Her Fight for Justice 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Lavinia Goodell: Wisconsin’s First Female Lawyer and Her Fight for Justice 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Library Branch: Hedberg Public Library Room: Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presenter Event Details: Janesville’s Lavinia Goodell began practicing law in 1874, specializing in female clients and divorce cases. When she was denied the right to argue a case in front of the Wisconsin Supreme Court because of her sex, she fought back. Lea Disclaimer(s) No Registration Required No Registration Required