McGeorge’s online MSL programs offer a legal degree for non-lawyers. Neither the MSL in Water and Environmental Law nor the MSL in Government Law and Policy requires a Juris Doctor (JD) or a legal background. They are designed for working professionals and recent graduates who aim to gain a legal education to further their careers.
Chris Micheli is an adjunct professor in McGeorge School of Law’s JD and online MSL programs. He teaches the Legislatures and Lawmaking and Lobbying and Politics courses. Micheli, a lobbyist for over 25 years, is the founding partner of Aprea & Micheli, Inc., a governmental relations and advocacy firm in Sacramento, California.
McGeorge’s professor of Water Resources Law, Jennifer Harder, describes proposed reforms to California water law in a recent webinar. Professor Harder outlines changes recommended by a group of water law experts, which are intended to benefit all people and entities that rely on California’s water supply.
The environmental law faculty are experts in water and environmental law, and they impart real-world knowledge and practical skills in their outstanding teaching. The professors have years of hands-on experience in the areas they teach. Here are a few examples of the caliber of professor you’ll learn from at McGeorge.
Most of the work of making laws is done by the legislative branch of government, though governors can play a key role beyond signing vetoing legislation. Professor Chris Micheli, who teaches in McGeorge School of Law’s Master of Science in Law (MSL) in Government Law & Policy program, delivered a webinar that takes a detailed look at the role of the California governor’s office with regard to state legislation.
McGeorge Professor Nicole Kuenzi, an expert on California water law, is a hearing officer in California’s Administrative Hearings Office, which was created in 2019. The hearings office is housed within the California State Water Resources Control Board, which is the agency charged with safeguarding the state’s water resources for all Californians.
Professor Muilenburg reported that the McGeorge MSL degree is very well recognized by individuals working in and around the capitol. The degree shows, she said, a unique understanding of law and policy issues, either in government law and policy or in environmental and water law and policy. “It helps individuals stand out from their peers, either in the job application process or for promotion within a person’s existing organization.”
We invited water policy expert Kim Delfino to speak with us at a webinar about changes she anticipates to water policy in the Biden administration. Delfino reviewed the Biden administration’s top four priorities: Covid-19, economic recovery, climate change, and racial equity. “These priorities,” she said, “will have a profound impact on water policy.” In her presentation, Delfino laid out the changes that are already underway and what we can expect to see going forward.
Explore McGeorge School of Law’s Contract Drafting course and discover how professionals build practical skills in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts through the Online MSL program.
Learn how McGeorge School of Law’s Non-Profit and Social Capacity Management concentration prepares MPA and MPP students with the leadership, policy, and management skills needed to create meaningful community impact.
Discover how public administrators strengthen communities through leadership, policy implementation, and essential skills that drive positive real-world impact.
After a career setback, Jarrett Moore found a new direction through McGeorge School of Law’s MPA program. Learn how the skills, mentorship, and experiences he gained helped him transition from behavioral health to a career in California public policy and legislative affairs.
Discover how McGeorge MPP alumna Vanessa Adame built a policy consulting career through hands-on learning and real-world policy experience.
Sally Ly reflects on how McGeorge’s MPA strengthened her leadership and analytical skills, helping her advance workforce innovation and public service impact in California.
McGeorge’s MSL in Government Law & Policy equips professionals with legal and policy expertise for government and regulatory leadership. Flexible online learning and Sacramento connections support real-world impact.
Trying to decide between the MSL, MPA, or MPP? Learn how McGeorge School of Law’s graduate programs differ in focus, career outcomes, and skills development so you can choose the path that aligns with your goals.
Webinar recap exploring the Endangered Species Act and California’s AB 1319, focusing on how federal and state systems interact to protect endangered species.