Richard A. Posner, a significant figure in law and economics and a former judge, passed away on November 10 at the age of 87. He was a senior lecturer at the University of Chicago Law School and served on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit for 36 years. Posner's contributions to legal scholarship and his pragmatic approach to law have left a lasting impact on the field.
Key facts
- Richard A. Posner died on November 10 at age 87.
- He was a senior lecturer at the University of Chicago Law School.
- Posner served on the US Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit for 36 years.
- He authored thousands of court opinions and numerous academic works.
- Posner was appointed to the Seventh Circuit by President Ronald Reagan in 1981.
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