Rebecca Falk is a 3L and she is a Co-President of Hillel JD: Jewish Law Student Association. She pursued an undergraduate degree in chemistry at Binghamton University. Now she is hoping to pursue a legal career in life science/ pharmaceutical compliance or intellectual property. Rebecca loves the intersection of Judaism and law and discussing medical ethics dilemmas. She also enjoys celebrating Shabbat with her friends and family, and hopes to host Hofstra law students for Shabbat meals.

Evelyn Gitsin is a 2L who is interested in family law and criminal law. Evelyn has been a part of the Hillel JD since she started law school. She has a passion for spreading knowledge and awareness about Judaism. She believes that it’s important to have a safe space for people to talk and express their beliefs. She is always open to talk so feel free to reach out.

Joseph Rabanipour is a rising 2L who is pursuing a legal career in Real Estate. Joseph not only has a passion for Real Estate, but a strong love and commitment for Judaism. Studying religious studies seriously for a year in Israel, made me want to join and be a part of the Hillel JD, in order to ensure that he stays close to his religious side and spread acceptance and love to all people, no matter their religion.

My name is Leor Vaknin and I’m a 3L at Hofstra Law. As co-president of Hofstra Hillel JD, I am committed to enhancing Jewish life both on and off campus. I went to HANC high school and took a gap year in Israel and plan on using those experiences to help achieve my goal. On a professional level, I’m looking to pursue a career in real estate law and international law.

Rachel Yakubov  Secretary  Rachel Yakubov is a rising 2L concentrating in Health Law. She originally was a pre-med student and graduated from Touro college with a bachelor's degree in biology. She found herself interested in law, and therefore combined her interest with  her studies. She joined Hillel JD to develop a place where Jewish students can unite and travel the journey together through law school and beyond. 

Rachel Yakubov  Secretary  Rachel Yakubov is a rising 2L concentrating in Health Law. She originally was a pre-med student and graduated from Touro college with a bachelor's degree in biology. She found herself interested in law, and therefore combined her interest with  her studies. She joined Hillel JD to develop a place where Jewish students can unite and travel the journey together through law school and beyond.