National Security, Cybersecurity, & Foreign Relations Law
Areas of Study
National Security & U.S. Foreign Relations
This practice area explores the nature and origins of the federal government's foreign relations powers, and U.S. law implementing international law, and the U.S. law of national security and counterterrorism.
National Security & Cybersecurity
This practice area has evolved with the world's increased connectivity through the use of modern technology and cyberspace and the accompanying growing vulnerabilities from physical and cyber threats.
About Us
Learn more about our diverse and experienced National Security, Cybersecurity, and Foreign Relations Law faculty.
GW Law Student Who Caught a Spy
In March 2020, the National Security Law Association (NSLA) hosted a discussion with Eric O'Neill, JD '03, about his successful undercover operation at the FBI that brought down the "first Russian cyber spy," Robert Hanssen.
Take a look back and listen to the exciting conversation with Eric O'Neill. We look forward to hosting more events like this in the future!
News & Events
"As Russia Threatens Captured American Vets, U.S. Invokes Laws of War"
June 21, 2022
"Lawmakers Explore Options for Ukraine War Crimes Investigations"
June 10, 2022
Laura A. Dickinson was quoted by Roll Call regarding gaps in U.S. war crimes statutes.
"MSNBC: Justice Thomas Leak Changes the Institution Fundamentally"
May 14, 2022
Laura A. Dickinson appeared on MSNBC to discuss the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion on abortion.
"Congressional Action on Civilian Harm Resulting from U.S. Military Operations: Part II"
April 28, 2022
Laura A. Dickinson wrote for Just Security about congressional bills concerning civilian harm resulting from U.S. military operations.
"Companies Lose Your Data and Then Nothing Happens"
April 21, 2022
Daniel J. Solove was quoted by Vox regarding the limits of data breach notifications.
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