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.

LLM, MSL, and JD Concentration

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.

LLM, MSL, and JD Concentration

About Us

Learn more about our diverse and experienced National Security, Cybersecurity, and Foreign Relations Law faculty.

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Program News

Navy Rear Admiral Jonathan Stephens talks to students during a GW Law event.

The Navy’s Lead Special Trial Counsel Speaks to Students About the Changed Military Justice System

December 2, 2024

Rear Admiral Jonathan T. Stephens, JD '05, LLM '11, shared his experience serving in the Navy and as a litigator during an October 30 event at GW Law.

Six JAG Corps members wearing military uniforms and sitting at a table answer law students' questions during the annual JAG recruiter panel event.

GW Law Hosts Annual JAG Corps Recruitment Panel

November 19, 2024

Over 50 GW Law students attended the annual Judge Advocate General's Corps panel to learn about serving as military lawyers.

Attendees in front of the panel of speakers

GW Law Hosts Careers in Cybersecurity Law Panel

October 18, 2024

Our panel of experts discussed practicing in the competitive field of cybersecurity law and their experiences securing jobs in this growing field.

National Security, Foreign Relations, & Cybersecurity News

Upcoming Events

The National Security Law Program holds several events throughout the semester. Please check back for new events. 

 

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Faculty in the News

“Generative AI's privacy problem’’

Axios quoted Daniel Solove about generative AI and its use of personal data.

"Conservatives call for Biden to shut down border on his own. Experts say it's not that simple"

Spectrum News quoted Alberto Benitez describing the legal steps in order to control a border and the dangers and criticisms that go along with that control.

"Father of Parkland shooting victim sues U.S. over gun laws"

UPI quoted Arturo Carrillo about the importance of international human rights and protection from gun violence.

"Face Search Engine PimEyes Blocks Searches of Children’s Faces"

The New York Times quoted Daniel Solove in an article discussing the violation of privacy new technology poses on search engines.


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