Environmental law can differ greatly depending on an attorney’s client base; one can work for a public interest group or firm to fight to preserve the environment or can represent companies to navigate environmental regulations. On either side, the practice …
The COVID-19 pandemic had a drastic impact on the whole world, leading to crises among government leaders, financial turmoil for countries, detrimental effects on public health, and even diplomatic issues between nations (UN DESA, 2020). Furthermore, other issues have emerged …
There are 36 days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. This end-of-year stretch can feel like a black hole for your job search and career. But like an actual black hole, it only seems empty. In fact, it’s packed with opportunities.
We …
Many agencies and government departments use environmental law services to protect their interests. So do businesses, advocacy organizations, and law firms that represent individuals.
Environmental law is a growing field with a broad scope of work that encompasses issues related …
Dear Ask Alexis,
Over the last few years, I’ve been doing quite a bit of volunteering. I’m concerned, however, that some of my stints may be just a little controversial depending on the organization I’m applying to work for now …
When I was 13 years old, I went to science camp. One day, I sat and listened as a scientist described what global warming was going to do to the planet—rising ocean levels, mass extinctions, devastation of populations around the …
Everyone deserves human rights like freedom from discrimination and the right to an education, health, and housing. Unfortunately, people’s rights are often restricted and violated because of their sex and gender identity. Women and girls face discrimination across the world, …
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It’s no secret that becoming a lawyer isn’t a cheap endeavor, but one easily overlooked set of costs are those associated with the bar exam and bar membership. This infographic covers the expenses you should be prepared to cover, from the MPRE …
Efat Elsherif is a 2L summer associate in White & Case's New York office. Efat graduated from McGill University in 2016 with a B.A. in Political Science and is currently pursuing her J.D. from McGill University Faculty of Law where she …
