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Christopher J. Borgen is a Professor of Law and Co-Director of the Center for International and Comparative Law at St. John's University School of Law. He previously served as Associate Dean for International Studies (2009–2014). His expertise spans international law, national security, and space law. Borgen co-founded Opinio Juris, a platform for international legal discourse, and contributed to the International Law Association’s Committee on Recognition and Non-Recognition in International Law. He also participates in the 'Woomera Manual' project on military space operations.
Education & Career:
- Former law clerk to Federal Magistrate Judge Arlene R. Lindsay
- Associate at Debevoise & Plimpton law firm
- Director of Research and Outreach at the American Society of International Law
Research Focus: Secession dynamics, great power diplomacy, state recognition, and international crisis management. Notable work includes Thawing a Frozen Conflict: Legal Aspects of the Separatist Crisis in Moldova, which influenced UN and Moldovan parliamentary discussions.
Awards:
- Order of Civic Merit (2018)
Professional Roles:
- Chairperson, UN Committee (New York City Bar)
- Past Co-Chair, ASIL Space Law Interest Group
Key Projects: Leadership in multinational legal initiatives, including the Woomera Manual and NYC Bar's Moldova mission. Active in academic governance and judicial outreach programs.
