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The Southwest Section of the NOAA Office of General Counsel, located in Long Beach, California, provides legal support to the Southwest Region and the Pacific Fishery Management Council. The section focuses primarily on compliance with various federal statutes related to marine resources, including the Endangered Species Act and the Magnuson-Stevens Act.

With a dedicated team comprising four attorneys, one paralegal, and one administrative support staff member, the Southwest Section addresses legal matters concerning the management of fisheries and the protection of endangered marine species. Their collaborative efforts ensure that regional programs align with broader NOAA initiatives and administrative laws.

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