Applied water education to boost your confidence and expand your legal skillset.
- 300 US dollars
Friday, April 5, 2024
9:30 AM-3:00 PM
State Bar Center
Albuquerque
or Live Webcast
NM MCLE Approved for 4 General Credits (Live)
In-person seating is limited for this interactive and hands-on course.
Register now to save your seat!
This basic to intermediate curriculum will provide you with a solid foundation to handle most routine water rights transactions with confidence and go on to tackle more complex water rights matters. Even seasoned water practitioners will pick up new tips for selecting and integrating multiple data sources to catch errors and avoid embarrassing surprises when evaluating water rights. A water law background is helpful but not necessary. Consultants, paralegals, and other water or environmental professionals are welcome to register.
Take home practical legal knowledge and a roadmap for assisting clients with water rights matters.
Topics Covered
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Prior appropriation doctrine
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Water rights basics
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Elements of a water right
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Acquiring a water right
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Vesting a water right
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Forfeiture & Abandonment
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Points of diversion vs. water rights
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Water rights administration
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New appropriations
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Changing an existing water right
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Water leasing
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Domestic, livestock, & temporary use permits
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Irrigation water rights
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Status of water rights
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Permitted
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Declared
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Licensed
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Adjudicated
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Combined and split rights
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Data sources and data reliability
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Researching & evaluating water rights
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Status and elements
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Source of water and restrictions
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Administrative guidelines
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Compliance
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Ownership & chain of title
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History of use
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About the Instructor
Lisa Henne has a multidisciplinary background with over thirty years of experience in water science, policy, and law. In addition to teaching continuing legal education, Lisa has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in hydrology, ecology, and watershed planning. Lisa holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois and a J.D. from the University of Arizona. Lisa is an attorney at the State Land Office, where she specializes in water law, water policy, and environmental law.
Instructor Feedback
Really clear explanations of the basics . . . Helpful materials for really complex statutes & regulations . . . Very good and knowledgeable of material . . . Responsive to questions and available for assistance . . . Well organized - good interaction with attendees . . . Useful info - clear presentation and highlights . . . Awesome!