Thomas J. Buergenthal

Thomas J. Buergenthal is a distinguished American lawyer and judge, renowned for his expertise in international law and human rights. Born in 1934 in what is now Slovakia, he survived the Holocaust and later moved to the United States. Buergenthal served as a judge at the International Court of Justice and has been an influential advocate for human rights, contributing significantly to legal education and international legal frameworks. He is also an esteemed professor and has authored several books, sharing his insights on justice, human rights, and his own experiences during World War II.