What does Jewish law say about the death penalty, the right to life, and end-of-life decisions? How does it compare to the laws in the United States? This class offers an intriguing comparison between two legal systems and their approach to current social issues.

Mark Schonfeld is a prominent Boston lawyer specializing in intellectual property litigation. He is Adjunct Professor at Cornell Law School and has lectured widely on both American law and Jewish law topics. He has published numerous articles in legal journals and is well-known as an authority on Jewish and American legal issues.