About Mark L.
Mark L — Movsesian is a distinguished legal scholar and educator based in Jamaica, New York. A member of the New York State Bar since 1989, he holds the Office of Court Administration ID Number 2259372. Currently, Professor Movsesian serves as the Frederick A. Whitney Professor and Director of the Center for Law and Religion at St. John's University School of Law. He has held this position since 2007, contributing significantly to the intersection of law and religious studies. Professor Movsesian earned his Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School in 1985, where he developed a strong foundation in legal principles.
Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts at Harvard University in 1981. Following his graduation from law school, he clerked for the U.S. Supreme Court from 1992 to 1993, gaining inexperience in the highest court in the land. He also served as an Attorney-Advisor at the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel from 1989 to 1992, where he provided legal advice on complex issues affecting federal agencies. Before joining St. John's University, Professor Movsesian was a Professor of Law at Hofstra University from 1993 to 2007.
His tenure there was marked by a commitment to teaching and mentorship, earning him multiple teaching awards. He received Faculty Teaching Awards at St. John's University in 2008, 2010, and 2015, reflecting his dedication to student engagement and academic excellence. Additionally, he was honored as Teacher of the Year at Hofstra University in 2002 and 2006, underscoring his impact on students and the academic community. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Professor Movsesian has been actively involved in legal scholarship and professional organizations. Since 2020, he has served on the Board of Editors for the Journal of Law and Religion, contributing to important discussions in this specialized field. Elected to the American Law Institute in 2010, he has participated in shaping legal standards and policies.
His expertise in law and religion has led him to participate in panels and conferences, including the Federal Bar Council's annual Winter Bench & Bar Conference in 2015, where he discussed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Professor Movsesian's contributions to legal education and scholarship have garnered recognition from both peers and students. His dedication to the field continues to influence and inspire the next generation of legal professionals. Through his teaching, scholarship, and service, he remains a pivotal figure in the legal community, focusing on the critical relationship between law and religion.
