British legal strategist, public international law expert, and national security advisor specializing in international trade, defense policy, regulatory compliance, and cross-border disputes.
His legal career spans over two decades at the intersection of international law and government policy. He previously served as General Counsel to the UK Prime Minister and Head of International Law at the UK Attorney General's Office, providing strategic counsel on state sovereignty, national security, and diplomatic engagements. In the private sector, he has led international trade practices, advising sovereign entities, corporate clients, and defense defense firms on trade compliance, export controls, and strategic national security matters. He also holds an academic appointment as an Associate Fellow in Public International Law at Chatham House.
He is a qualified solicitor in England and Wales and holds advanced degrees in law.