Robert Petit is a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience in international law and criminal prosecution. Currently serving as a Senior Official at the United Nations since July 2022, Robert Petit leads a mechanism supporting Congolese authorities in investigating the murders of UN experts. From February 2001 to July 2022, Robert Petit held the position of Senior Counsel and Team Leader at Justice Canada's Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Section, providing legal guidance on international humanitarian and criminal law violations. Previous roles include Senior Official at the United Nations, International Co Prosecutor at the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia, Senior Trial Attorney at the Special Court for Sierra Leone, and Prosecutor in East Timor. Robert Petit also has a background in law enforcement and prosecution within Canada, having served as a Crown Attorney and Counsel in various capacities. Robert Petit earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Bachelor of Laws from Université de Montréal.
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