Jerilyn López Mendoza
Lecturer, Management Loyola Marymount University
Biography
Jerilyn López Mendoza is a dynamic lawyer and creative problem solver who has successfully tackled a wide variety of unique challenges. She excels in building coalitions and finding common ground to resolve conflicts. Using outstanding communication skills, she has the proven ability to create strong teams and achieve measurable results.
Education
Stanford University
Bachelor's Degree
American Studies
University of California, Los Angeles - School of Law
J.D.
Law
Social
Industry Expertise
Accomplishments
U.S. representative, International EPA Advisory Committee
Jerilyn López Mendoza was appointed by President Obama and served as a U.S. representative on the International EPA Advisory Committee for seven years. In this role, she helped convene and participated in quarterly public meetings throughout North America to examine environmental concerns affecting the entire continent.
2018 Trailblazer Award
Issued by UCLA School of Law Public Interest Law and Policy Program, in recognition of a groundbreaking legal and policy-making career, as a UCLAW alumna.
Environmental Leadership Award
Issued by Los Angeles Sustainability Collaborative
California Air Quality Award - Leadership in Government
Issued by Coalition for Clean Air. Received award with David Freeman and Cindy Miscikowski for leadership in creating and implementing the Port of Los Angeles Clean Air Action Plan.
Smith-Weiss Environmental Champion
Issued by Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters.
Affiliations
- State Bar of California
- United States District Court, Central District of California
