LAW 874TUT - Environmental Advocacy Clinic

The Environmental Advocacy Clinic will focus on state, national, and international environmental policy issues that have direct impact on Western New York as well as national and international implications. Student Lawyers will be taking the lead on issues such as transboundary and international legal actions, environmental justice and related equity issues, local impacts of national rules, climate justice, and resource protection. This work will be for local, state, and national clients. Under the supervision of Professor Connolly, Student Lawyers will coordinate directly clients and community leader and appear on their behalf. Student Lawyers will leave the clinic with experience in direct advocacy of multiple kinds, applied research, client interviewing and counseling, fact investigation, drafting, teamwork, interdisciplinary coordination, restorative practices, and other profession-ready skills. In additional to scheduled hours, some evening work, or work appearing in court or other meetings a few time during business hours, may be required. Be prepared to work hard and have fun!

Credits: 1-6