Richard Waring offers cutting-edge Law of War legal advisory services across the domains of land, sea, air, space, and cyber. He helps defense contractors address Law of War compliance in delivering their products and services. The Law of War (also known as International Humanitarian Law (IHL) or the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)) is the set of international treaties and customary international law that dictates the rules in armed conflict. Its intent is to reduce unnecessary harm to the wounded and sick, prisoners of war (POWs), and civilians in armed conflict. Throughout Richard’s professional career, he has seen a lack of private legal services for companies who need guidance on maintaining federally and internationally mandated compliance with the Law of War. He also observed that many contractors are unaware of these requirements. As a former Intelligence Officer with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), and as a current U.S. Army JAG Officer (National Guard), Richard has had exposure to the Law of War. He is a creative and relentless attorney who also has a background in criminal justice (prosecution, defense, and investigations) and education in drone and space law.

On a personal level, Richard is committed to reducing the amount of harm to the wounded and sick, POWs, and civilians in armed conflict. He has reorganized his law firm to be an innovative option for organizations needing guidance on Law of War compliance. Above all, Richard finds duty to country and service to others the highest callings, and it inspires him to know that his work potentially saves lives. With an increasingly volatile and dangerous world, now is the time more than ever to address your organization’s compliance with the Law of War and provide appropriate training to key personnel. Richard stands ready to assist with both.