The Theory and Practice of National Security (and Legal) Leadership

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In the practice of national security law, many, if not most of the practice challenges lawyers face either derive from personality or leadership problems or are best addressed through the timely application of effective leadership and process. (The substantive challenges derive from world events.) This course introduces students to some of the leadership challenges of national security practice, as well as legal practice generally. It then explores the meaning of leadership through the consideration of leadership philosophies and leadership traits drawn from philosophy, history, literature, and practice. The course next considers the application of these traits in the context of individual, group, and institutional settings and case studies. The course and reading are directed to national security context; however, one question students will consider is to what extent the principles are applicable to the practice of law and life generally.