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Angeline Weir 1924-2007
Angeline Weir moved to Hollywood, FL from Pennsylvania in 1952 after visiting the area with her husband for their honeymoon. As an assistant for the state’s attorney, Angeline was inspired to seek her own degree in the field. For four years Angeline split her time between her job as a librarian in the law library at the Broward County Courthouse, a homemaker, and the University of Miami. Obtaining her law degree in 1958, Angeline’s pride pushed her to encourage other women to pursue the field.
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In 1966, Angeline received an expected appointment as Broward County’s first female solicitor. Serving a six-year term, Angeline headed an office of nine assistants, all men. Her first major assignment was the prosecution of the suspended Sheriff Allen B. Michell, who was charged with allowing illegal gambling. The case had already forced Angeline’s predecessor out of the job and the temporary solicitor in place did not want the suit. However, Angeline was firm in her belief in the law and persevered in the challenges she would face.
Angeline thrived in her career as Broward County’s solicitor. She soon achieved another advancement as the first female to be appointed Municipal Court Judge, City of Hallandale. Angeline also became the first woman to be President of the Broward County Bar Association and President of the Municipal Judges Association of Broward County. Enjoying the challenge and the ability to protect the individual and their rights, and with her perpetual friendly smile, Angeline diligently worked to serve the community.