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As commercial satellites support both civilian and military functions, defense and space companies should understand when those dual-use systems could be viewed as legitimate military objectives by...

In my presentation, “Law of War in Space,” we explored existing space law and the Law of War, including topics like combatant classification and core principles, and how they can intersect or even...

3I/Atlas, the third observed interstellar object in human history to enter our solar system, has been turning heads recently. The scientific consensus is that it’s a natural object (a comet), though...

With reports of renewed militant activity and regional instability in Nigeria, the U.S. has indicated potential military involvement. For defense contractors, such missions can trigger specific Law...

As U.S. counter-narcotics efforts expand into Venezuela where criminal networks, organized armed groups, and unstable governance converge, any supporting defense contractors may face unique...

If your defense or space company supports overseas missions through hardware, software, or personnel, you’re likely aware of export, cyber, and contract risks. But less understood is scrutiny under...

Part of my work as a private Law of War compliance attorney involves looking ahead, thinking through legal frameworks before the need becomes urgent. One area I’ll be working on is planetary...

Charleston, SC’s harbor is one of the East Coast’s most strategic hubs. A gateway for global trade, military logistics, and maritime innovation. But with that importance comes exposure. Recent...

Lately I have been meeting more and more professionals with deep national security experience, many of whom are navigating major career transitions. When a familiar path ends, stepping into...

Shielding Defense & Space R&D Meetings: Attorney-Client Privilege When defense and space companies brainstorm new tech, tough legal questions come up fast: Could this trigger export control...