Useful Skills

When taking action under the RMA it will be useful to know where to obtain information, how to locate the relevant law and how to negotiate favourable outcomes to disputes.

Obtaining information

Good information is likely to be vital to effectively pursuing your environmental concerns. Relevant information can be obtained from a wide variety of sources both public and private.

Locating the Law

If you are pursuing a serious issue under the RMA you will need to have access to the relevant legal provisions and case law.

Locating resource management professionals

You may need to identify resource management professionals to assist you with your case.

Negotiating a favourable outcome

If you have become involved in a process under the RMA, it may be possible to negotiate a mutually acceptable agreement with the other parties involved, in order to avoid the need for a hearing.