Law of Armed Conflict and Military Operational Law

This course will involve a deep examination of domestic and international law related to both jus ad bellum, the law applicable to the potential use of armed force, and jus in bello, the law applicable in the course of an armed conflict.  The course will also examine the domestic authorities applicable to authorizing the use of force, as well as the laws and policies applicable to the actual conduct of war in an operational setting.  The course will also specifically discuss the role of lawyers in warfighting today, including the role of lawyers in advising military commanders and others in the field.  The course will cover matters related to the DOD Law of War Manual as well as the Operational Law Handbook for Military Commanders.