Unpacking the Sullivan Decision with Justice Lee

I'll Allow It Nevada: a judicial education podcast

Description:

Join us on "I’ll Allow It Nevada" as we speak with Nevada Supreme Court Justice Patricia Lee to explore the landmark Sullivan case and its impact on water law in Nevada. Justice Lee provides an in-depth analysis of the core holdings of the Sullivan decision. We delve into the court's interpretation of existing legal precedents and statutes, discussing how these decisions shape the future of water management in the state. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of Nevada's water law and discover the guiding principles that will inform judicial decision-making in the years to come.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the key decisions made in the Sullivan case.

2. Identify how the court interpreted existing legal precedents and statutes to determine the State Engineer's authority and the significance of these interpretations for future water law decisions.

3. Infer the practical implications of the Sullivan case for water resource management, including the concept of combining sub-basins into a "super-basin."

4. Distinguish the role of the judiciary in water management decisions and how the Sullivan case can serve as an educational resource for judges and legal professionals interested in water law.

Faculty: Nevada Supreme Court Justice Patricia Lee

Audience:

• Judges and court staff
• Legal professionals
• Educators
• Anyone interested in Water Law

CLE/CJE: 0.5 CLE/CJE credit hours are available until December 31, 2027.