Hersch Lauterpacht

Hersch Lauterpacht was a prominent Jewish lawyer and legal scholar known for his influential work in international law during the 20th century. Born in 1897 in Poland, he fled to Britain due to the rise of the Nazis. Lauterpacht is best known for advocating the importance of human rights and individual responsibility in international law. He played a significant role in shaping the legal framework for war crimes and genocide, notably contributing to the establishment of the Nuremberg Trials after World War II. His ideas have had a lasting impact on how international law addresses human rights violations.