Samantha A. Telesford

Samantha holds a bachelor's degree in law from the University of the West Indies Cave Hill campus. Her passion lies in Public Law and International Law, specifically Environmental Law, which drives her recent efforts towards climate justice. She focuses on addressing the major effects of climate change on small island developing states and holding states in the global north accountable.

She is deeply interested in climate litigation, public law, and offshore law. Additionally, her experience at Lewis and Renwick Attorneys - at - Law, one of the most prominent law firms in Grenada since 1921, has exposed her to civil and commercial litigation and enhanced her legal skills in banking and finance ( conveyancing, mortgages, sale agreements and Debentures).

Samantha's aim is to contribute significantly to the legal landscape across the region by advocating for better legislation and policies that trigger effective enforcement and justice. Recently, she has developed a strong interest in Ocean Governance and Maritime Law, recognizing that seeking climate justice means protecting not just our lands but also our oceans, which are crucial to our survival of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.