Alan M Dershowitz
Alan Morton Dershowitz is an American attorney, political commentator, and jurist. He has spent the past fifty years practicing the law and is well recognized for his work in American criminal law and constitutional civil liberties. Born in 1938 in Brooklyn, New York, he was a prodigious student, attending Yale Law School where he graduated first in his class. Dershowitz became the youngest full professor of law in the history of Harvard Law School where he taught from 1964 until his retirement in 2013.
Throughout his career, Dershowitz has been involved in a number of high-profile legal cases and is a prominent advocate for civil liberties. He has defended clients such as Patty Hearst, Mike Tyson, and O.J. Simpson. Dershowitz is also known for his staunch support of Israel and has written extensively on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, contributing to the discourse with books like 'The Case for Israel' and 'Defending Israel'.
Aside from his legal career, Dershowitz is a prolific author and public intellectual. He has published numerous books and articles on a variety of topics including politics, religion, and law. His work has made significant impacts on public debates and legal studies, making him a prominent figure in American legal and political arenas.