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Benjamin Civiletti was a renowned American lawyer who served as the 73rd United States Attorney General from 1979 to 1981, making him the first Italian American

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Benjamin Civiletti was a renowned American lawyer who served as the 73rd United States Attorney General from 1979 to 1981, making him the first Italian American to hold the position. He had a distinguished career in law, including roles as Deputy Attorney General and Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division. Civiletti later became a senior partner at Venable LLP, specializing in commercial litigation and internal investigations. He also played a crucial role in the Independent Review Board, overseeing the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union.