The Law of the Body Symposium, organized by Touro Law Center, is an annual event that delves into the intricate relationship between law and bodily autonomy. This symposium brings together legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss and analyze the governance, regulation, and legal implications surrounding individual agency over one's body.
Key topics covered in the symposium include reproductive rights in the aftermath of landmark judicial decisions, state interventions affecting transgender individuals, and the legal frameworks governing end-of-life decisions. The discussions aim to critically assess the extent and limits of state authority in regulating personal bodily choices and the ethical considerations involved.
The event features a series of panel discussions, keynote addresses, and interactive sessions led by esteemed experts in the field. Attendees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogues, network with peers, and gain insights into the evolving landscape of bodily autonomy in law.
This symposium is particularly beneficial for legal professionals, academics, and students interested in health law, civil rights, and bioethics. It offers a platform to stay informed about current debates, emerging legal challenges, and to contribute to the discourse on personal autonomy and state regulation.
Speakers(14)
Brendan Conner
Assistant Professor of Law at Delaware Law School
Brendan Conner is an Assistant Professor of Law at Delaware Law School.
Danielle N. Rielly
Assistant Professor of Legal Process at Touro Law Center
Danielle N. Rielly is an Assistant Professor of Legal Process at Touro Law Center.
Eileen Prescott
Project Director for Accountable Prosecutor Project at Wake Forest University School of Law
Eileen Prescott is the Project Director for the Accountable Prosecutor Project at Wake Forest University School of Law.
Ela Leshem
Associate Professor of Law at Fordham School of Law
Ela Leshem is an Associate Professor of Law at Fordham School of Law.
Eliot Tracz
Assistant Professor of Law at New England Law, Boston
Eliot Tracz is an Assistant Professor of Law at New England Law, Boston.
Fred O. Smith, Jr.
Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law
Fred O. Smith, Jr. is a Professor of Law at Emory University School of Law.
James Arrowood
CEO/President & General Counsel at Alcor Life Extension Foundation
James Arrowood is the CEO/President and General Counsel at Alcor Life Extension Foundation.
Jami Anderson
Teaching Assistant Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School
Jami Anderson is a Teaching Assistant Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School.
Jorge Roig
Director of Neighborhood Programs and Associate Professor of Law at Touro Law Center
Jorge Roig is the Director of Neighborhood Programs and an Associate Professor of Law at Touro Law Center.
Meredith R. Miller
Professor of Law at Touro Law Center
Meredith R. Miller is a Professor of Law at Touro Law Center.
Peter Zablotsky
Professor of Law at Touro Law Center
Peter Zablotsky is a Professor of Law at Touro Law Center.
Rachael Houston
Assistant Professor of American Judicial Politics at Texas Christian University
Rachael Houston is an Assistant Professor of American Judicial Politics at Texas Christian University.
Rebecca S. Feinberg
Distinguished Chair in Health Law, Bioethics and Policy and Associate Professor of Law at Touro Law Center
Rebecca S. Feinberg holds the Distinguished Chair in Health Law, Bioethics and Policy and is an Associate Professor of Law at Touro Law Center.
Susan Keller
Professor of Law at Western State College of Law
Susan Keller is a Professor of Law at Western State College of Law.
Event Details
- Date
- March 27, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Central Islip, United States
- Virtual (via Zoom)
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals, academics, students, policymakers, and individuals interested in health law, civil rights, and bioethics.
- CLE Credits
- NY CLE credit available to participating attorneys.