Nakyshia Carter

Nakyshia focuses her practice on environmental and toxic tort litigation, bringing a multidisciplinary background in environmental science, energy operations, public policy and legal advocacy to her practice. Her experience in the private sector, government and public interest organization providers her with a practical perspective on the intersection of science, environmental regulation and litigation. 

Before pursuing law, Nakyshia worked as a lead wellsite geologist in the oilfield, managing field operations, analyzing geological and technical data, and explaining complex scientific findings to clients. As an undergraduate, she explored the connections between environmental policymaking and public service. As a community climate ambassador for Austin’s Office of Sustainability, she led discussions on environmental justice and helped shape the city’s climate action planning. She also served on the City of Austin’s Resource Management Commission, contributing to municipal discussions on energy conservation, renewable energy and resource management.

Nakyshia earned her J.D. from Vermont Law & Graduate School, graduating in the top 25% of her class and serving as Senior Articles Editor of Vermont Law Review. As president of the Black Law Students Association, she launched a “Textbook Exchange” program to ease students’ financial burdens. Early in law school, she was named a Social Justice Mission Scholar in recognition of her academic achievements and ongoing commitment to social justice. At graduation, she received the Lex Pro Urbe et Orbe Award for her leadership and dedication to serving the community.