New York City Bar Council on International Affairs

Muhammad Faridi, City Bar President, interviews Jed Eisenstein, a key figure in the creation of the NYC's Handschu Committee. Eisenstein shares the history of the Handschu litigation, a landmark case initiated in 1971 that imposed significant oversight on the NYPD's investigation of political groups. Jed recounts the origins of the case, the challenges faced, and the evolution of legal oversight mechanisms over decades, including post-9/11 modifications. He reflects on his career and the impact of the Handschu guidelines on civil rights and police accountability, positioning them as a legacy of his legal work. 01:37 Meet Jed Eisenstein: A Legal Luminary 02:25 The Handschu Litigation: Origins and Impact 02:50 Jed's Journey to Law and Early Career 08:14 The Red Squad and Political Surveillance 09:56 The Panther 21 Trial and Its Aftermath 12:29 Drafting the Handschu Complaint 25:57 Litigation Challenges and Class Action Certification 29:03 Settlement and the Handschu Authority 40:50 Post-9/11 Changes and Legal