Candice DuVernois and Sarah Campbell Represent ASL at The University of Richmond Merhige Environmental Negotiation Competition

 

Congratulations to 3L students Candice DuVernois and Sarah Campbell for representing ASL extremely well at the University of Richmond Merhige Environmental Negotiation Competition.  As this was our first time competing in this competition, the format and expectations were new to us and it was certainly a learning experience.  But even without prior experience with the competition and while representing a less than sympathetic client, Sarah and Candice negotiated masterfully and represented their client well.  While they unfortunately did not advance to the semi-final round, we should all be proud of their effort and determination.  A huge thank you also goes to Professor Priscilla Harris for working with the team to help them understand some complex water law issues, the ADR Society Executive Board, and particularly ADR Competition Chair Alicia LeClair, for also helping get the team prepared for the competition, and team coach Professor Isaac for sharing negotiating techniques and travelling with the team to Richmond.  With the ADR and expanding Natural Resource focus at ASL, I expect that we will be well positioned to win this competition in the very near future!