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Water Law: Rights, Droughts, and a Flood of Legal Issues

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

Created byCenter for Continuing Education
BeginnerUpdated May 6, 2025
Water Law: Rights, Droughts, and a Flood of Legal Issues

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the different types of water rights in California and their legal and regulatory frameworks.
check_circleAnalyze the interplay of federal, state, and local laws and regulations impacting California water supplies.
check_circleExamine the distinctions between surface water and groundwater rights, including their unique rules and challenges.
check_circleEvaluate strategies for managing water resources during drought and climate change conditions.

About This Course

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.

Your Instructors

Center for Continuing Education
Center for Continuing Education
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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
Wes Miliband

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.

Credit Information

Professional development requirements vary by profession, country, and regulatory body. Before enrolling, review the course details and confirm that the content, learning format, and any listed credits meet your specific requirements. You are responsible for confirming eligibility with your regulator or professional association and keeping the records required for reporting.

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