Jacob W. Heller: Model Jewish-American Lawyer

My father took Yeshiva University debating into the national spotlight when he competed in the individual National Collegiate Debate finals.

12 Tammuz 5773 – June 20, 2013

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Jacob W. Heller, z"l

The author acknowledges the valuable contributions to this article by his brother Maurice W. Heller.

Ira Heller is a singer/performer and attorney, currently practicing law in New York City. He can be reached at [email protected].

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Ira Heller is a singer/performer and an attorney practicing law in New York City. He can be contacted at [email protected].