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Portrait of Daniel Metzger in a gray heathered suit with clear framed glasses.

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Nashville, TN

Daniel Metzger

Associate Attorney

Daniel fights climate change one page at a time. He drafts pleadings and motions, researches emerging legal issues, helps design strategy to encourage more renewable power in Tennessee, and works with partners to advance environmental justice in traditionally overburdened communities. 

His tasks support policies and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Ensuring the long-term health of Tennessee and other Southern states is at stake.

I believe strongly in SELC’s place-based mission.

Daniel Metzger

“I share SELC’s conviction that justice has to be at the heart of everything we do, and I am proud to be part of a team of professionals who are absolutely unparalleled in their commitment to excellent legal advice, collegiality and creativity.”

Prior to law school, Daniel worked as a crop consultant in and around upstate New York. He enjoys getting outdoors, especially hiking the Fiery Gizzard Trail in southeast Tennessee. “The stunning views, varied terrain and numerous waterfalls show off the diverse ecology of Tennessee,” he says. “The trail’s huge popularity is a welcome reminder of how many Tennesseans cherish our natural places.” 

Previous experience

  • Columbia Law School Sabin Center for Climate Change Law, Climate Law Fellow
  • Selendy Gay Elsberg PLLC, associate
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, clerk
  • J.D., Vanderbilt Law School
  • M.R.M., University Center of the Westfjords 
  • B.A., Houghton College
  • With SELC since 2021
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The mission of the Southern Environmental Law Center is to protect the basic right to clean air, clean water, and a livable climate; to preserve our region's natural treasures and rich biodiversity; and to provide a healthy environment for all.

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