Mountain Counties Water Resources Association Welcomes Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs as New Associate Member

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MOUNTAIN COUNTIES, Calif. (February 12, 2026) – The Mountain Counties Water Resources Association (MCWRA) is pleased to welcome Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs, a Turlock-based law firm with deep expertise in water and public law, as its newest Associate Member. This partnership strengthens MCWRA’s coalition of legal, public agency, and stakeholder expertise dedicated to advancing thoughtful water policy and regional collaboration across California’s mountain counties.

Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs has served clients since its founding in 1920, providing comprehensive legal counsel on water law, public law, and related civil legal matters. The firm’s water law practice includes work on surface and groundwater rights, implementation of state water policies, and regulatory compliance advice for public agencies and private entities alike. 

“We are delighted to join MCWRA and support its mission to promote the statewide importance of Sierra Nevada water resources,” said Roger Masuda of Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs. “Our firm’s longstanding commitment to water and public law aligns with MCWRA’s vision of strengthening regional leadership, advocacy, and collaborative solutions for sustainable water management.”

MCWRA Executive Director Justin Caporusso added, “Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs brings a century of legal experience and a deep understanding of the complex legal issues surrounding California’s water resources. Their insight will be invaluable as we work alongside public agencies and partners to protect the Sierra Nevada watershed and advocate for sound water policy.”

As an Associate Member, Griffith, Masuda & Hobbs joins a growing network of professionals and organizations contributing to MCWRA’s efforts in information sharing, education, and policy advocacy across 12 mountain counties. MCWRA’s mission is to elevate the critical importance of Sierra Nevada water resources through collaboration, advocacy, and leadership.

Mountain Counties Water Resources Association Mission is to promote the statewide importance of Sierra Nevada water resources through advocacy and collaboration.  Our vision is to be the premiere advocate to influence water policy and protection of the Sierra Nevada watershed.  This Mission is realized through strengthening Members’ regional leadership, collaboration, information sharing, issue awareness, education, advocacy, and potential legislative action or legal support.

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