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Jeffrey Breinholt
Dr. Jeffrey Breinholt is at the leading edge of legal education and counterterrorism expertise as a Professorial Lecturer in Law at the George Washington University School of Law. With an impressive career spanning over 25 years at the U.S. Department of Justice, Dr. Breinholt has been instrumental in shaping the nation's counterterrorism strategies. His tenure at the DOJ was marked by his pivotal roles as the Terrorist Financing Task Force Coordinator and the Regional Antiterrorism Coordinator, where he played a crucial role in safeguarding national security. Dr. Breinholt's contributions to counterterrorism extend beyond his DOJ service. He was a key figure in the establishment of an FBI unit dedicated to investigating U.S.-based fundraising activities by international terrorist organizations, a testament to his commitment to combating terrorism at its financial roots. His expertise in this area has made him a sought-after authority on issues related to terrorist financing and national security law. Before his distinguished career in public service, Dr. Breinholt honed his legal skills in the private sector as an Associate in the Labor and Employment Section of the law firm Weissburg & Aronson, Inc. This experience provided him with a solid foundation in legal practice, which he has since leveraged in his academic and professional endeavors. Dr. Breinholt's academic credentials are equally impressive. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Yale University, followed by a Juris Doctor from the University of California, Los Angeles School of Law. His educational background, combined with his extensive practical experience, positions him as a leading figure in the field of law, particularly in areas intersecting with national security and counterterrorism.