I learned more about practicing environmental law in the three months I worked at Earthrise than I had learned in my two years of classes. As a Law Clerk, I was immediately given writing opportunities that impacted real projects and real clients. While challenging, these opportunities helped me quickly improve my writing while also building a sense of independence. The feedback I received from the attorneys was meaningful and incredibly helpful. The attorneys treated the Law Clerks as equals, which helped to foster a pleasant work environment. I felt like I was a part of something important, and continue to feel that way as a clinic student.
Lydia went camping with some of Earthrise's staff this summer at Camp Lick near Joseph, Or. In this photo, Lydia is measuring the circumference of a tree.
Earthrise Law Center is located in Wood Hall on the Law Campus. MSC: 51
Earthrise is supporting a lawsuit to protect sequoia regeneration in California’s Nelder Grove, challenging the Forest Service’s attempt to bypass environmental review for emergency logging. Recent developments paused logging on over 700 acres, but legal questions remain as the case moves forward.