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Sherif Girgis is a Professor of Law at Notre Dame Law School, specializing in constitutional law, jurisprudence, and the intersection of law and religion. He has authored influential works published in top legal journals and coauthored notable books such as What Is Marriage? Man and Woman: A Defense and Debating Religious Liberty and Discrimination.
- Education: Ph.D. (in progress) at Princeton University; J.D. from Yale Law School; B.Phil. from University of Oxford (Rhodes Scholar); A.B. in philosophy from Princeton University, summa cum laude.
Girgis's research focuses on constitutional interpretation, originalism, and the philosophical foundations of legal rights. His work often examines the role of history in constitutional decision-making and the balance between religious liberty and secular legal frameworks.
His recent articles highlight tensions in constitutional theory, particularly the application of historical analysis to modern legal challenges and the complexities of defining 'substantial burdens' on religious freedom. These works engage with contemporary debates in constitutional rights and religious liberty.
- Scientific Awards: Rhodes Scholar.
Girgis has been cited by Supreme Court Justices and federal judges, reflecting his impact on legal discourse. He is also an editor and coeditor of leading constitutional law and First Amendment casebooks. In 2026, he will serve as a Visiting Professor at Harvard Law School.
