Christian Halliburton is a highly accomplished legal executive and strategic counselor to senior leadership teams who is recognized for his ability to help organizations navigate complexity at the enterprise level. He currently serves as Deputy General Counsel and Senior Director of Government and External Affairs for the Seattle Mariners, where he partners closely with ownership, C suite, and business groups on matters involving strategy and risk mitigation, legal and regulatory compliance, governance, and external engagement.

With a practice that spans core legal operations, government affairs, and complex relationship management, Christian brings a GC minded perspective to problem solving that is grounded in sound judgment, commercial awareness, and an appreciation for how legal decisions shape organizational outcomes. He is frequently called upon to manage sensitive, high stakes issues that require discretion, cross functional alignment, and clear communication with senior stakeholders.

Christian is also a trusted peer and thought partner within the in house legal community. As a public speaker and panelist, he engages General Counsels and other senior legal leaders on the evolving expectations of the modern law department, including the GC’s role as enterprise business partner, strategic advisor, and steward of organizational values. His speaking style is candid and practical, informed by real world leadership experience rather than theory alone.

Known for his inclusive interpersonal style and steady presence under pressure, Christian is deeply committed to delivering business outcomes and pursuing mission-driven objectives. He pursues these goals using an approach that is centered on trust, collaboration, and partnership. Christian also enjoys strengthening the in house profession and contributing to the development of young lawyers through mentorship, dialogue, and advocacy for the interests of others.