Making the Case
Discover a rigorous academic program shaped by tradition and relationships.
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1885 Established in the 19th century, ONU Law’s program enjoys a long history of excellence
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No. 8 In the nation for “Most Competitive Students” according to The Princeton Review (2019)
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12 High-impact clinic and externship programs
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100+ Courses which include skills courses and intensive topic courses
Personalize Your Pursuit
You’re looking for more than just a JD. At ONU Law, you can personalize your education. Certificate tracks let you tailor your legal education to your interests. No matter what appeals to you (corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, or another specialty), you’ve got the inside track to the career of your dreams at ONU Law.
“ONU Law is a career-oriented program. A strong emphasis is placed on getting you to think about how your decisions, even in your first year of law school, will impact your career.Grace Williams, law student
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
ONU Law is a trailblazer in experiential learning. Our small size, rural location and vast network gives us an edge. We not only guarantee 100% placement in clinics and externships, we work with you one-on-one to identify, shape and land meaningful experiences. Upon graduation, you’ll be armed with the practical skills and confidence you need to hit the ground running.
Expand your Horizons
Take part in ONU Law’s study-abroad program, and you’ll enhance your study of U.S. law while gaining first-hand knowledge of your host country’s legal system and culture. You’ll develop your own international legal perspective while exploring potential options for practicing law outside the U.S. once you graduate. Plus, you’ll start to build a network of personal and professional contacts across the globe.
Academic Support Every Step of Your Journey
Without question, law school can be challenging. At ONU Law, we’re committed to reducing your stress and providing maximum support. Our Academic and Bar Success Program is a series of required courses to help you to excel in your classes, externships and on the bar exam. In addition, our unique Summer Starter Program gives an academic head start to those first-year law students who may need it. Our bar exam results showcase the success of our model of academic support.
“I came to ONU Law because of its national reputation for practical training. ONU Law has been an excellent fit because of its inviting environment and its people. Here your classmates become lifelong friends and your professors become lifelong mentors.”Ryan Davis, law student
Advising System
At the beginning of your first year, you will be assigned a faculty advisor who meets with you at least once a semester for advice and counseling. They will help you chart your trajectory and shape your education so that you enter the workforce ready to make an impact.
The Taggart Law Library
Whether you need to conduct legal research or find a quiet place to study, the Taggart Law Library is available to you seven days a week. The law library boasts an outstanding collection of state, federal and international legal materials, and provides access to a wide variety of electronic research tools. Multiple group and individual study spaces are available, featuring embedded technology to facilitate learning. Our law librarians are always eager to help you locate and use our print and electronic resources.Contact the Law Library
For more information about library hours, resources, or research questions, please call
419-772-2239.
Called to Serve
Attorneys are called to serve their community. Our Pro Bono Voluntary Program encourages you to follow this high calling of our profession. Second and third year law students who complete 30 hours or more of pro bono legal services to their community can receive a special notation on their transcript. Pro bono opportunities include, but aren’t limited to, the ONU Legal Clinic and Legal Aid Programs.Additional Academic Resources
Preparing You for Life After Law School
Faculty members bring a wealth of real-world experience and professional insights into the classroom. This ensures students will develop the necessary skills for a successful legal career.
We may be a small law school, but our graduates are doing big things and others are taking notice. When you choose ONU Law, you are choosing a college with a rich tradition and a vast and accomplished network of attorneys—5,300 strong—who want to see you succeed.