Dallin H. Oaks
American lawyer and religious leader
Born
August 12th, 1932
93 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a justice on the Utah Supreme Court and as a professor at the University of Chicago Law School. Became the President of Brigham Young University and has held various leadership positions within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Contributed to legal scholarship and discourse, particularly in areas of constitutional law and administrative law. Continues to serve in prominent roles within the church, advocating for religious liberty and family values.
Served as President of Brigham Young University
Served as a justice on the Utah Supreme Court
Authored key legal works in constitutional law
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