Writer and historical researcher Jacqueline Widmar Stewart is the owner, president, and author at Lexicus Press in Pebble Beach, California, where she conducts extensive on-site and online research of archaeological sites, interprets findings, writes assessments, and designs travel itineraries. Her legal background further enriches her efforts, enabling her to educate others about critical election issues. Presently, she is revising a book she wrote more than 10 years ago, incorporating a decade of additional research to provide deeper insights into European history.
Before founding Lexicus Press, Ms. Stewart practiced law at Wylie Leahy Blunt & McBride in San Jose and served as an assistant city attorney in San Jose. She further honed her legal expertise through teaching positions at Santa Clara University and Lincoln Law School, solidifying her reputation as an expert in these fields. Ms. Stewart’s own academic accomplishments include earning a Bachelor of Arts in French and German from the University of Colorado in 1968 and a Master of Arts in French language and literature from the University of Michigan the same year. She went on to earn a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Stanford Law School in 1976. Her studies abroad at the University of Ljubljana and Universität Bonn enriched her academic experience by honing her skills in navigating language barriers.
Ms. Stewart has also dedicated her time to community service and the legal field. From 1987 to 1993, she served as an assistant to counsel for the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District and as a judge for the Santa Clara County Municipal Court. During this period, she also acted as a fee arbitrator for the Santa Clara County Bar Association. Additionally, she founded and presided over the East Palo Alto Kids Foundation from 1993 to 200, while volunteering with grassroots initiatives and the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District.
Ms. Stewart has also made significant contributions through her literary works, including the “Hidden Women,” “Champagne Regained,” “Parks and Gardens in Greater Paris,” “Finding Slovenia: A Guide to Old Europe’s New Country,” and “The Glaciers’ Treasure Trove: A Field Guide to the Lake Michigan Riviera” in 2003. In light of her impressive undertakings, she has earned notable recognition, including the Big Book Award in New York City in 2020 and multiple honors from the Independent Publisher Book Awards.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Ms. Stewart is passionate about biking and swimming. She is proud of her heritage as the granddaughter of immigrants and values the resilience they exhibited in creating opportunities for future generations. Pondering the future, she hopes to ultimately be remembered as a woman who emphasized the fundamental role women play in family and society, highlighting their enduring influence and strength throughout history.