Michelle Oberman

About the Author

Michelle Oberman is a distinguished legal scholar and professor at Santa Clara University School of Law, where she specializes in reproductive justice, family law, and women's rights. With a career spanning academia, advocacy, and fieldwork, she has dedicated herself to examining the profound impacts of restrictive abortion policies on women worldwide. Her groundbreaking research takes her from the clinics of El Salvador to the courtrooms of Oklahoma, illuminating the human stories behind the headlines. Oberman's work bridges legal theory and lived experience, advocating for policies that uphold bodily autonomy and equity. As an author and educator, she inspires a new generation to confront the complexities of reproductive rights with empathy and rigor.