Eugene Kontorovich has a diverse range of work experience. Eugene is currently a Professor of Law and Director of the Center for the Middle East & International Law at George Mason University - Antonin Scalia Law School, a role they have held since 2018. At George Mason University, they also teach courses in public law and focuses their scholarship on international and U.S. constitutional law.
Before their current position, Kontorovich served as the Head of the International Law Department at Kohelet Policy Forum from 2016. Additionally, they are an experienced public speaker and frequently gives talks on constitutional law, the Israel/Arab conflict, and international law at various venues.
Prior to joining George Mason University, Kontorovich was a Professor at Northwestern University School of Law from 2007 to 2018. Eugene started their teaching career as an Assistant Professor at George Mason University School of Law from 2003 to 2007.
In terms of legal experience, Kontorovich worked as a Law Clerk for Judge Richard Posner at the United States Court of Appeals from 2001 to 2002.
Overall, Kontorovich's work experience spans academia, policy research, public speaking, and legal clerkships.
Eugene Kontorovich earned a JD degree from the University of Chicago Law School from 1998 to 2001. Prior to that, they obtained a BA degree from the University of Chicago, which they completed from 1993 to 1996.
January, 2016 - present