Publication Date

Fall 1984

Journal

Buffalo Law Review

Abstract

The article explores the intersection of Jewish identity, legal education, and professional practice, arguing that the Talmudic tradition of rigorous textual analysis and ethical inquiry has profoundly shaped the legal thinking and contributions of Jewish lawyers and judges, such as Justice Philip Halpern. It suggests that this tradition, emphasizing precision in language, respect for authority, and the pursuit of justice, provides a unique lens for understanding law as both a moral and social force.

Volume

33

Issue

3

First Page

562

Last Page

570

Publisher

University at Buffalo School of Law

Disciplines

Banking and Finance Law | Common Law | Jurisprudence | Law | Law and Society

Comments

In Memory of Philip Halpern: Two Essays on Jewish Contributions to American Law

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