Robert D. Mullaney

Robert D. Mullaney is a Lecturer and Director of the UC Davis Aoki Water Justice Clinic, focusing on ensuring clean, safe, and affordable drinking water rights for low-income communities in California. He previously served as Senior Counsel at the U.S. Department of Justice's Environmental Enforcement Section, handling major cases like Volkswagen's emissions fraud and environmental projects in Guam and Honolulu. Mullaney holds a J.D. from UC Davis (1984) and a B.A. in Comparative Literature from Columbia College (1980).

• Education:
• J.D., University of California, Davis (1984)
• B.A. in Comparative Literature, Columbia College (1980)

His research emphasizes translating legislative goals into actionable legal frameworks for water justice. Recent work includes advancing settlements for sewage systems in Honolulu and landfill improvements in Guam. Though no explicit awards are cited, his contributions to environmental law and justice are highlighted through institutional roles and case outcomes. Advising and grant narratives focus on clinic-driven projects, with the Aoki Water Justice Clinic serving as a central hub for community legal support.

He previously clerked for Justices Cruz Reynoso (California Supreme Court) and Daniel Moore (Alaska Supreme Court), showcasing his deep engagement with judicial and legal systems.