The Southwest Section of the NOAA Office of General Counsel, located in Long Beach, California, provides legal support to the Southwest Region of the NOAA National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the Pacific Fishery Management Council. They focus on enforcing living marine resources statutes and ensuring compliance with various environmental and administrative laws.
With a team of attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff, the Southwest Section plays a crucial role in coordinating regional and council programs, while also providing advice and support to the NMFS Southwest Region and the councils in matters related to marine conservation and management.
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