Ralph Zacklin is a distinguished expert in International Law, boasting nearly 30 years as a United  Nations (UN) International Lawyer and former Assistant Secretary-General for Legal Affairs. His  career began in 1967 at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace before he joined the UN  in 1973, collaborating with Secretaries-General Perez de Cuellar, Boutros-Ghali, and Alumnus Kofi  Annan. During his tenure, Zacklin held pivotal roles such as Deputy High Commissioner for Human  Rights and Deputy to the UN Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs. Zacklin’s career reflects a  commitment to the rule of law and the principles of international justice. His contributions have left  a lasting impact on the UN’s legal operations and the broader field of International Law, cementing  his legacy as a key figure in multilateral legal affairs.