Most recently, our research has focused on statutory and regulatory efforts to protect marine habitat, the creation of conservation easements in coastal areas, and U.S. aquaculture policy. The staff of the Legal Program responds to research requests from universities and state and federal agencies located across the country. Recent services have been provided to the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, the Washington DC-based Congressional Research Service, and several Sea Grant Programs throughout the nation. Finally, the Legal Program's attorneys participate in continuing education programs, conference, and symposia which serve to educate policy makers, practitioners and laypersons on issues of marine resources policy issues.
Attorneys also train law students in the field of ocean and coastal law.
During the 2000-2001 academic year, Legal Program attorneys have participated in over a dozen conferences and have worked with five law student Research Associates. We welcome visitors to our offices located on the campus of the University of Mississippi in the town of Oxford. We also welcome you to surf through our website and encourage you to share any comments you may have for its improvement. Matching funds are contributed by the State of Mississippi, the Legal Program, and the University of Mississippi.