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The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law

The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law has received approval from the American Bar Association (ABA) to begin offering one of the country’s only fully online, part-time juris doctor programs.
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We’ve been devoted to preparing students for legal practice for 140 years, and our commitment to strong graduate outcomes remains unchanged. Students receive guaranteed clinical and externship opportunities to develop real-world skills before entering into practice. Our strong academic support program prepares graduates for success on the bar exam – not only in Ohio but across the country. Learn More About Us
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There are lots of things we want you to know about Ohio Northern, but here are a few to get you started.

  • 83% Two-Year Ultimate Bar Passage Rate
  • 100% Placement in clinics and externships
  • 5,423 Living alumni span all 50 U.S. states and abroad
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Here you can see videos that highlight student life at ONU Law. Learn about living in Ada, our two dozen student organizations, what sets us apart from other colleges and how we prepare you for life after law school.
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ONU Law Dean Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Advocacy Education

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ONU Law Ranked No. 1 in Ohio and No. 24 Nationally for Trial Advocacy by U.S. News & World Report

Ohio Northern University’s Pettit College of Law continues its tradition of excellence in Trial Advocacy, earning the No.

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ONU Law Again Ranked Among the Best for Hands-On Legal Education

Ohio Northern University’s Claude W.

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ONU Law professor co-edits book on Arbitration

Congratulations to ONU Law professor Richard Bales, co-editor and contributor to “The Federal Arbitration Act: Successes, Failures,

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ONU Law online student receives national recognition

Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law online student Felida Villarreal is already making a name

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ONU Law alumnus John O. Costine turns 100

Meet Ohio Northern University’s centenarian! John O.

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ONU Law embraces growing appeal of online and part-time education

Students are increasingly opting for online and part-time education.

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Law Professor Beau Baez publishes book focused on student success

Congratulations to ONU Law Professor Beau Baez on the release of his new book entitled Law School Success: Advice from a La

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Helix Bar Review anticipated to be a game-changer for ONU Law students

Ohio Northern University’s Pettit College of Law is making bar prep more accessible to third-year law students by partnering with no

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ONU Law ranked No. 1 in Ohio for Trial Advocacy by U.S News and World Report

 

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Goldman Lecture

ONU Law will host its annual Goldman Lecture on Wednesday, April 3.

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ONU Pettit College of Law approved to launch fully online juris doctor program

The Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law has received approval from the American Bar Association (ABA) to begin offering o

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Study abroad in Reykjavik, Iceland May 23 - June 6, 2025

ONU Law’s study abroad program in Reykjavik, Iceland is an intensive, two-week experience that teaches advocacy through theory, practice, and collaboration.
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