Background
Benson,, Lawrence Kern was born on May 16, 1938 in New Orleans. Son of Lawrence Kern and Adele (Foster) Benson.
Benson,, Lawrence Kern was born on May 16, 1938 in New Orleans. Son of Lawrence Kern and Adele (Foster) Benson.
Student, Washington University. Student, Lee University, 1956—1958. Bachelor, Tulane University, 1960.
Juris Doctor, Tulane University, 1962.
Associate Milling, Benson, Woodward, Hillyer, Pierson & Miller, New Orleans, 1962—1966, partner, 1966—1985. Assistant United States Attorney East District, since 1986. Adjustment lecturer Tulane University Law School, 1980.
With United States Army Reserve, 1963-1964.
The commitment of individual Christians to work for social and political change should be recognized as a fully legitimate form of Christian discipleship.
One may feel driven by urges such as anger, lust or greed. If anybody is willing to be open to the Holy Spirit, God helps to resist evil and to live life to the full.
Member of American Bar Association, New Orleans Bar Association (executive committee member 1979-1981), Louisiana Bar Association (member house delegations 1978-1981), Order of Coif.
Married Alta Sarah Bechtel, June 10, 1961. Children: Robert Foster, Andrew Thompson, Marion Alberta.