Judge Judith Kaye

Judge Judith Kaye was a distinguished American jurist who served as the first woman Chief Judge of New York State, from 1993 to 2008. Renowned for her leadership and commitment to justice, she helped modernize the state's judiciary, improve access to legal services, and promote fairness in the legal system. Throughout her career, she championed transparency, accountability, and reform within the courts. Her legacy includes strengthening judicial independence and advocating for equal justice. Judges and legal professionals widely respect her contributions to improving the judiciary and advancing the rule of law.