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National Jurist: "Environmental, Energy law remain strong"
While it can be a competitive field to break into, the job market for environmental and energy lawyers is looking up, according to Pace University School of Law Professor Jason Czarnezki, who directs the Environmental Law Program.
"The environmental law job market has significantly improved over the past few years as government agencies and non-profits, in particular, have begun hiring again,” Czarnezki said. “New environmental lawyers are needed to handle the emergence of renewable energy programs, climate regulation, and food safety legislation, in addition to more traditional air and water quality litigation."
In an effort to make students more marketable job candidates, Pace University’s Environmental Law Program encourages students to build a strong portfolio while they are still in law school.
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