L. Clifford Davis, a trailblazing attorney who played a pivotal role in desegregating public schools and advancing civil rights, passed away Saturday at the age of 100.
A relentless advocate for justice, Davis dedicated his life to dismantling systemic barriers after experiencing segregation firsthand in the South.
A graduate of Howard University School of Law, he worked alongside Thurgood Marshall on the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case.
In Fort Worth, his legal battles forced the integration of Mansfield and Fort Worth ISD, reshaping educational access for generations.
Davis later became one of Tarrant County’s first Black judges and mentored future legal minds, personally funding scholarships for aspiring attorneys.
His legacy endures through the countless lives he impacted and the Fort Worth elementary school that bears his name.
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