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INTERNATIONAL LEGAL STUDIES AT ONU LAW INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Our international law program is designed to provide you with the training and exposure you need to practice law in the global context. Through our unique concurrent JD/LL.M. in Democratic Governance and Rule of Law, a wide range of courses and activities and the opportunity to study with public-minded young lawyers from around the world, you will receive an education in international legal, business and human rights topics.
CONCURENT JD/LL.M. IN DEMOCRATIC GOVERNANCE
If you are motivated to work in promoting democracy, law reform and development around the world, then our concurrent JD and LL.M. in Democratic Governance and Rule of Law degrees are the ideal choice for you. Beginning your first year, you will take international law courses designed to give you exposure to the needs and demands of countries making the transition to democracy and the rule of law. Unique shared classes and activities enable you to learn alongside our international LL.M. students, who are preparing for public service in their home countries. During each summer term, you will participate in an externship to gain practical experience in the field and generate valuable international contacts. Your first placement will be in international development, law reform or human rights organizations in the United States such as the United Nations Development Programme, CARE USA, Transparency International, Save the Children and the Urban Institute’s International Development and Governance Center. In your second year, you will work with international organizations or governments overseas. Externs most recently have worked in Kosovo, Georgia, Rwanda, Uganda and Liberia. These experiences and contacts will provide you with professional opportunities in law and governance reform around the world.
REPRESENTATIVE COURSES
Comparative Administrative Law Comparative Constitutional Law Competitiveness and Corruption International Business Transactions International Commercial Arbitration Law International Law of Non-Governmental Organizations
International Human Rights International Law Law of War Legal Issues in Transitional Democracies International Comparative Law International Criminal Law International Law of Terrorism
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OHIO BAR PASSAGE RATE FOR FIRST-TIME TAKERS – JULY 2011 CERTIFICATE IN INTERNATIONAL LAW
Students in our JD program have the opportunity to receive a certificate in international law. This certificate gives students a broad foundation in international law within the context of a well-rounded legal education.
INTERNATIONAL MOOT COURT COMPETITION
Sharpen your understanding of complex global issues and enhance your skills as an advocate by participating in International Moot Court competitions. Members of ONU’s successful Phillip C. Jessup International Moot Court team spend several months preparing written and oral arguments to compete in this global competition, which includes more than 75 countries.
STUDY IN ICELAND
Celebrating more than 50 years in partnership with the University of Iceland in Reykjavik, you can spend a semester studying in Iceland while gaining insight into past and contemporary practices of the Icelandic and European legal systems.
INTERNATIONAL LAW SOCIETY
Another way to get involved is through the International Law Society. The organization brings in international speakers, hosts cultural events and discusses key global issues to augment classroom studies.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Professor Howard N. Fenton
International Studies Ohio Northern University College of Law 525 South Main Street Ada, OH 45810 Phone: 419-772-3580 LLM@onu.edu www.llm.onu.edu
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