Environmental Law Fellowships

Andrew and Joan Lemmon Environmental Law Fellows

The Andrew and Joan Lemmon Environmental Law Fellows Program offers Loyola law students intensive, six-week summer internships focused on high-level research and advocacy. Working alongside expert faculty, Fellows harness the power of law and policy to serve the Gulf South community and promote a more just society. This program provides a unique platform for students to apply classroom theory to real-world environmental challenges, establishing a vital foundation for future careers in environmental justice and public interest law.

CELL Student Fellows

Andrew and Joan Lemmon Environmental Law Fellows

Amina Habib

Amina Habib is originally from Bosnia and Herzegovina but has lived in Louisiana for the majority of her life. She obtained her B.A. in Political Science from Loyola University New Orleans in 2024 and subsequently decided to make New Orleans her permanent home. Upon beginning law school in the fall of 2025, she knew she wanted to dedicate her career to serving marginalized populations. Amina was particularly drawn to environmental law, viewing it as a field where policymaking is directly connected to the protection and advancement of human rights and social justice—causes she has always been passionate about.

Johnetta Bell

Johnetta Bell, a native of Mound Bayou, MS, is pursuing a master’s degree in environmental law at Loyola University after earning her B.S. in Environmental Science and Biology from Delta State University. Her hometown holds the distinction of being the oldest All-Black municipality in the U.S., and this has informed her work which is deeply rooted in understanding how environmental issues impact underserved and overlooked communities. Johnetta’s interests focus on environmental justice, regulatory policy, and systemic accountability, all while ensuring communities have the knowledge and tools necessary to advocate for themselves.

Renewable Energy Fellowship

The Renewable Energy Fellowship is a full-time staff position established in partnership with a coalition led by the Center for Planning Excellence (CPEX). This fellow serves as a legal and policy expert at the forefront of advancing grid modernization and renewable energy development before the Louisiana Public Service Commission (LPSC). Designed for law school graduates, the role involves drafting regulatory filings and developing frameworks that ensure Louisiana remains competitive and resilient throughout the clean energy transition. By bridging the gap between federal incentives and state-level implementation, the Fellow helps create a practical path for energy projects that bring reliable power and economic opportunity to local communities.

CELL Professional Fellow

Renewable Energy Fellowship

Bryanna Fraizer

Originally from Canton, Ohio, Bryanna has called New Orleans home for over 13 years. She earned her J.D. from Tulane University Law School and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Alabama, a background that allows her to navigate the intersection of complex tax code and environmental advocacy. As a practicing transactions attorney, she has extensive experience advising developers on the Inflation Reduction Act and renewable energy projects. This work fueled her passion for the energy transition and led her to the Center on Environment, Land & Law, where she now utilizes her legal skillset to advance policy and grid modernization in Louisiana. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, exploring the world of wine, and experiencing the unique culture of New Orleans.