Class recorded January 26, 2023

For the last several years, the American West has been experiencing a mega-drought. As reservoirs, lakes, and rivers reach historic lows, governments have been passing new laws and regulations to mitigate a further loss of water. In this class, you will learn what specific laws California businesses and residents must comply with in these unprecedented times, and how the law may continue to adapt as climate change continues.

Class covers:

• Introduction to basic water rights concepts in California law
• Riparian and appropriative water rights, and how the two interact
• “Reasonable and beneficial” water use requirements under the California constitution 
• Federal and state environmental laws that impact water rights
• The future of water law in California and the West amid continuing drought

Earn 1.0 hour General  participatory MCLE Credit: After registration, a staff member will email you the course materials, an evaluation form, and your Certificate of Attendance (usually the next business day). Register first, then watch the recording to the end and answer the questions provided in the popup to verify your attendance

MCLE Disclaimer:

MCLE credit is only granted to attorneys licensed to practice law by the State Bar of California. Attorneys from other jurisdictions should contact their state bar to learn about credit reciprocity.

Registration Fee: $25

Presented by Patrick D. Skahan:

Patrick D. Skahan is an associate with Best Best & Krieger. He represents public and private clients on water law matters. He also advises clients on, and has extensive experience in, matters regarding conflicts of interest, election law, inverse condemnation, franchise agreements, public nuisance, and utility users taxes. Patrick received his BA from Berkeley and his JD from the University of Minnesota.