The Right to Not Have Your Mind Read

Jared Genser in many ways fits a certain Washington, D.C., type. He wears navy suits and keeps his hair cut short. He graduated from a top law school, joined a large firm, and made partner at 40. Eventually, he became disenchanted with big law and started his own boutique practice with offices off--where else--Dupont Circle. What distinguishes Genser from the city's other 50-something lawyers is his unusual clientele: He represents high-value political prisoners.