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Scott Hechinger is a civil rights attorney and the founder and Executive Director of Zealous, an award-winning advocacy initiative focused on media, education, and changing narratives in public safety and health policy. With a decade of experience as a public defender at Brooklyn Defender Services, Scott has represented individuals who could not afford legal representation and has shared his perspectives through various media. He is dedicated to harnessing the power of storytelling and technology to enact systemic change in the criminal justice system. In addition to his work with Zealous, Scott co-founded the Brooklyn Community Bail Fund and has been involved in journalism and producing advocacy films. He currently serves as a Lecturer in Law at Columbia Law School and the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he also advises organizations and contributes to media projects. His work is featured across major national and local outlets, emphasizing the importance of advocating for social justice through innovative storytelling.
University of Chicago Law School • Chicago, IL
Teaching law courses and mentoring students in public interest law.
Zealous •
Leading an advocacy initiative focused on civil rights and systemic change.
Brooklyn Defender Services • Brooklyn, NY
Oversaw policy initiatives and represented clients in criminal cases.
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