Paul Cope

Paul Cope is the Director of the Master of Science in Homeland Security: Law and Policy Program and a Professor of Practice at the University of Kansas School of Law. He joined the university in 2021. Previously, he served as Chief of Cyber Law and Policy for the Kansas National Guard, providing legal guidance on national security policy, cyber incidents, and intelligence responses. Cope remains an active Judge Advocate in the Kansas Army National Guard, holding the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He is also a former Legal Advisor (Chief Counsel) to the Adjutant General of Kansas.

Education

• J.D., Washburn University School of Law, 2009
• B.A. in Political Science, Pittsburg State University, 2006

Research & Expertise: Cope focuses on cyber law, national security policy, and homeland security legal frameworks. His work emphasizes the intersection of legal guidance and operational responses to cyber threats and intelligence challenges. He has extensive experience in developing policy and procedures for incident management in sensitive national security contexts.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or student advisees are listed in the provided information. His role as program director likely involves overseeing curriculum and policy initiatives rather than direct academic supervision of students.

Labs/Teams: Directs the Master of Science in Homeland Security: Law and Policy Program, a collaborative academic initiative integrating legal and policy expertise in homeland security.