📅 April 17, 2025 | Jewish Bulletin Online
🕍 A Community Triumph
Our Jewish community has reason to celebrate: Judge Matthew H. Solomson has been appointed as Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims — a first for an Orthodox Jew in federal court history.
This is more than just a legal milestone — it’s a reflection of our values, our perseverance, and the growing role of observant Jews in national leadership.
👨⚖️ Who Is Judge Solomson?
- 🧠 A graduate of Brandeis University (BA), University of Maryland School of Law (JD), and the Smith School of Business (MBA).
- ⚖️ Former Justice Department lawyer and corporate legal officer.
- 📘 Author of a definitive guide on the Court of Federal Claims.
- 🎓 Dean at the Tikvah Legal Fellowship and mentor to young Jewish legal minds.
🛡️ Ethics and Impact
Judge Solomson’s public stance against antisemitism in higher education made national headlines in 2023, when he pledged not to hire clerks who supported terrorist-sympathizing narratives.
In 2024, he led a U.S. federal judicial delegation to Israel, engaging with its courts and communities after the October 7th tragedy — reinforcing the bond between American justice and Jewish resilience.
🌟 A Moment to Celebrate
This is more than a judicial promotion — it’s a moment of communal pride. We honor Judge Solomson not only for his achievements, but for embodying the values we hold dear: justice, dignity, and faith.
Mazel tov to Judge Solomson and to Klal Yisrael!
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