An array of legal, regulatory, and policy topics involving California water supplies and related environmental issues

This program covers an array of legal, regulatory, and policy topics involving California water supplies and related environmental issues, all of which implicate federal, state, and local laws and regulations. California often serves as a model utilized by other states for some of these matters, making this discussion helpful for understanding what occurs throughout California and beyond.
The program identifies different types of water rights, regulatory overlays from all levels of government, and distinctions between surface and groundwater rights and rules. Also discussed is navigating through drought and climate change conditions when water demands may be high but supply low. The presenter offers ideas looking ahead to avoid or resolve water resource disputes.

The Center for Continuing Education, (CCE), is a State Bar of California MCLE Approved Provider. Since 1992, CCE has presented high quality MCLE programs with the nation's leading attorneys and a wide array of topics. After years of in-person traditional seminars, CCE now focuses on production with Zoom or similar technologies so as to attract highly renowned speakers from any location, always true to our motto: "The Best in Topics and Talent."

Wes Miliband is a partner with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud, and Romo, AALRR, a full-service law firm. He is an environmental lawyer focused on water resources and environmental issues throughout California involving surface water, groundwater, and fisheries issues. Mr. Miliband represents public and private agencies, individuals as well as a federally-recognized Indian tribe.