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Christopher S. Waters is an Adjunct Lecturer at Queen's University, specializing in International Law. With an impressive educational background that includes a PhD in International Law and an LLM from Queen’s University, as well as an MBA and LLB from New Brunswick, Christopher has built a diverse career that began with a 28-year tenure in the Canadian Armed Forces. His military roles included various leadership positions and operational deployments, notably as a senior legal advisor in Afghanistan. Following his military service, he transitioned to legal practice as a military lawyer, engaging with administrative law and advising on legal challenges faced by the Canadian Armed Forces. In addition to his legal career, Christopher is an active academic, contributing to the education of future lawyers both at Queen's and St. Lawrence College. His research interests focus on the intersection of international human rights law and humanitarian law, particularly in the context of asymmetric conflicts and military operations. Throughout his career, Christopher has been recognized for his insights into military employment law and policy, especially concerning the balance between maintaining operational effectiveness and accommodating disabled employees under Canadian law.
Queen's University • Kingston, Ontario
Teaches courses on International Law at the Faculty of Law.
Office of Judge Advocate General • N/A
Worked on administrative law grievances and legal advice for military operations.
International Security Assistance Force • Kabul, Afghanistan
Provided legal counsel during military operations.
Canadian Forces Military Law Centre • Kingston, Ontario
Oversaw legal operations for the Canadian military.
Royal Military College • N/A
Taught military law to students.
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