Martin Garbus

Martin Garbus is one of the country’s leading trial lawyers. A graduate of New York University Law School and a Fulbright scholar, he has appeared before the United States Supreme Court as well as trial and appellate courts throughout the nation, in over 100 cases. He is the author of the forthcoming The Ten Techniques of Torture.

ActivismDecember 9, 2016

It’s Time for President Obama to Grant Clemency to Leonard Peltier

Ten months after filing a petition with the president, renowned lawyers wait—and hope—for Obama to act.

Martin Garbus
The ConstitutionFebruary 16, 2016

If Justice Scalia Really Had His Way…

His desire was for an America as it was before Gone With the Wind.

Martin Garbus
LawJune 11, 2015

Amnesty for Edward Snowden

His claims have been vindicated by the courts, Congress, and the US public. It’s time to bring him home.

Martin Garbus
LawMay 14, 2009

The Fabrications of Jay S. Bybee

The author of the infamous memo has been invited to testify before a Senate committee. This is the beginning of the unraveling.

Martin Garbus
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