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Disaster Law, or the Attorney as Superhero

Michael_Cooper_photo-263x300Some have argued that disaster is essentially a social construct. If so, then to what degree does law—a central element of any social structure—contribute to the onset and impact of disasters? If law is a part of the problem, can it also become part of the solution?

Michael D. Cooper, Managing Director of The Ploughshare Group, will introduce the emerging field of “disaster law,” consider the extent to which existing domestic and international law help to mitigate the effects of disaster, and discuss whether and how attorneys might help to strengthen the current legal regime.

Cooper has more than 20 years of experience in the human rights and humanitarian relief field, having served with several leading agencies, including the International Rescue Committee, Mercy Corps, Médecins du Monde, the Roosevelt Institute, Human Rights Watch, and the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees.

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1.0 CLE credit available in Professional Practice











When: Thu., Feb. 4, 2016 at 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Where: New York Law School
185 West Broadway

Price: Free
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Michael_Cooper_photo-263x300Some have argued that disaster is essentially a social construct. If so, then to what degree does law—a central element of any social structure—contribute to the onset and impact of disasters? If law is a part of the problem, can it also become part of the solution?

Michael D. Cooper, Managing Director of The Ploughshare Group, will introduce the emerging field of “disaster law,” consider the extent to which existing domestic and international law help to mitigate the effects of disaster, and discuss whether and how attorneys might help to strengthen the current legal regime.

Cooper has more than 20 years of experience in the human rights and humanitarian relief field, having served with several leading agencies, including the International Rescue Committee, Mercy Corps, Médecins du Monde, the Roosevelt Institute, Human Rights Watch, and the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees.

Registration required.

1.0 CLE credit available in Professional Practice

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