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GeoLawgy - Geology as an Undergraduate Degree for Law
The presentation by Atty. Fernando S. Peñarroyo outlines the essential skills and preparations required for law school, emphasizing the advantages of having a technical background, particularly in geology, for a career in law. It highlights the unique position geologist lawyers occupy in handling complex legal disputes related to earth sciences, and provides insights into the benefits and drawbacks of a legal career. Conclusively, it stresses the diversity of paths leading to legal education and the importance of adapting to technological advancements in the field.
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- 1. CWM TALKS: EXPLORINGCAREER OPTIONS IN GEOSCIENCES UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF GEOLOGICAL S CIENCES 11 SEPTEMBER 2021 GeoLAWgy - Geology as an Undergraduate Degree for Law ATTY. FERNANDO S. PEÑARROYO
- 2. Outline of Presentation ✤Preparing for Law School ✤ Core Skills for Law School ✤ Helpful Background Knowledge ✤ Skills That You Will Develop in Law School ✤ Advantages of Lawyers with Technical Backgrounds ✤ Why Geologists Make Great Lawyers ✤ Geology and Law Practice ✤ Benefits and Drawbacks of Being a Lawyer ✤ Conclusion
- 3. ATTY. FERNANDO PEÑARROYO •Master of Laws (Univ. of Melbourne), Bachelor of Laws & Bachelor of Science in Geology, (UP) • Managing Partner, Peñarroyo and Palanca Law • Group’s Legal Counsel and General Manager for Business Development, Polyard Petroleum International Group Co. Ltd (energy company listed at the HK Stock Exchange) • Past President, Geological Society of the Philippines • Presidential Adviser on Energy, Integrated Bar of the Philippines • VP and Trustee, Philippine Mineral Exploration Association • Legal Counsel - National Geothermal Association of the Philippines and Philippine Chamber of Coal Mines • Legal Committee, Petroleum Association of the Philippines • Geology Board Reviewer in Resources and Environmental Law • Former Lecturer, Asian Institute of Technology (Bangkok), UP National Institute of Geological Sciences • Contributes articles on legal, regulatory and policy issues on resources and energy to Philippine Resources Journal http://www.philippine-resources.com/ • https://penarroyo.com/
- 4. Preparing for LawSchool ✤ Financing law school ✤ Pre-law advisor ✤ Selecting a law school
- 5. Selecting a LawSchool • Law school ranking • Bar passing statistics • Enrollment information • Employment statistics
- 6. Core Skills forLaw School ✤ Excellent Communication Skills - Writing and Editing Skills - Oral Communication and Listening Abilities
- 7. Core Skills forLaw School ✤ Critical and Analytical Reading Abilities ✤ Assimilating Information ✤ General Research Skills ✤ Problem Solving
- 8. Core Skills forLaw School ✤ Task Organization and Management Skills ✤ Dedication and Perseverance ✤ Independent Learning ✤ Team Work
- 9. Helpful Background Knowledge ✤A broad understanding of history, including social, political, economic, and cultural factors ✤ A fundamental understanding of political thought and of the contemporary political system ✤ Some basic mathematical and financial skills, such as an understanding of basic pre-calculus mathematics and an ability to analyze financial data ✤ A basic understanding of human behavior and social interaction ✤ An understanding of diverse cultures, international institutions and issues, world events, and the increasing interdependence of the nations and communities ✤ Exposure to the law
- 10. Skills That YouWill Develop in Law School ✤ The Ability to Work Under Pressure ✤ An Understanding of the Law ✤ Thinking Outside the Box ✤ Presentation Skills ✤ Analysis
- 11. Skills That YouWill Develop in Law School ✤ Conflict Resolution ✤ Negotiation Skills ✤ Commercial Awareness ✤ Attention to Detail ✤ Specialized Knowledge
- 12. Advantages of Lawyerswith Technical Backgrounds ✤ From virtual working environments to artificial intelligence, more and more companies are adopting new technologies and adjusting their businesses accordingly. ✤ Many clients are adopting the latest technology in their businesses, which, in turn, introduces a variety of accompanying legal issues. ✤ A fundamental understanding of the client’s business and an ability to ‘speak their language’ can help. ✤ COVID-19 has proved the need and vitality of certain technical changes in the legal industry.
- 13. Why Geologists MakeGreat Lawyers ✤ Geologists are problem-solvers—so are lawyers ✤ Geologists use language and logic—so do lawyers
- 14. Geology and LawPractice ✤ Geologist lawyers are the number one source for the knowledgeable crossover between law, policy, business, and the earth sciences. ✤ Lawyers with a strong geological background are uniquely positioned to understand the legal and geological complexities of disputes involving minerals, petroleum, mining, environmental effects, and law-of- the-sea.
- 15. Practice Areas WhereGeologists Can Excel ✤ Mining ✤ Energy ✤ Indigenous People’s Rights ✤ Litigation ✤ Environmental Law ✤ Corporate and Transaction Services
- 16. Benefits of Beinga Lawyer ✤ Variety and diversification of career options ✤ Lucrative career ✤ Prestige ✤ Intellectual Simulation ✤ Flexibility ✤ Adaptable skills ✤ Community service ✤ Ability to help others
- 17. Drawbacks of Beinga Lawyer ✤ Expensive education ✤ High-stress situations - Long hours - Difficult clients ✤ Negative stigma
- 18. Conclusion ✤ There isno single path that will prepare you for a legal education. Students who are successful in law school, and who become accomplished professionals, come from many walks of life and educational backgrounds. ✤ For progress, growth, and success in the future, every lawyer should prepare themselves and learn to adopt technology and become future-ready.
- 19. advice and acopy of the presentation materials, email me at fspenarr visit my website penarroyo.com