We cultivate leaders in Energy and Natural Resources Law and Policy.
The LL.M. in Energy and Natural Resources program enables practicing energy law attorneys to deepen their expertise and serves lawyers looking to transition into energy law. Due to numerous energy and natural resources companies in Oklahoma, OU Law consistently channels many graduates into various energy-related fields and practices annually.

Program Details

Curriculum & Format

Whether you’re already practicing energy law and seek to broaden your expertise or anticipate future involvement in energy work, the online LL.M. program comprehensively addresses all facets of energy law. From contract law specific to working in energy and natural resources to courses in upstream, midstream, and downstream law, this program will provide legal background to handle complex deals and negotiations.

Enjoy flexibility in assignment completion, encouraging you to engage with faculty and network with classmates through interactive online assignments, making the online experience as engaging as a classroom.

 

Requirements

These are the degree and course requirements essential for success in this program:

  • Attend classes as a full-time or part-time student at the University of Oklahoma College of Law 
  • Complete 24 units of credit over two semesters of study, subject to possible extension for cause 
  • Complete 12 hours of courses in the areas of Energy and Natural Resources Law and approved electives 
  • Take a two-credit class in American Legal Systems 
  • Take a two-credit class on Legal Research, Writing, and Analysis (international students only)
  • Take three courses listed as (Core) courses 
  • File an official application for graduation.

Course List

With permission of a Faculty Lead, LL.M., you may substitute three hours with a College of Law J.D. or Directed Legal Research course.

Course # Title Professor Credit
LSO 5112 Foundations of Contract Law for the Energy Industry Gottshall 2
LSO 5232 Introduction to Real Property Law in Oil, Natural Gas, and Renewable Energies Hampton 2
LSO 6512 Oil and Gas Law Clark 2
LSO 6501 Introduction to Petroleum Engineering & Geosciences Cullen 1
LSO 6522 Legal Drafting Mullins 2
LSO 6572 The Power of Renewable Energy Transactions Hampton 2
LSO 6563 Mineral Title Examination for the Energy Industry Hampton 3
LSO 6592 Oil & Gas Environmental Law Huber 2
LSO 6553 Oil & Gas Contracts Gottshall 3
LSO 6531 Legal Research for the Energy Industry Brice 1
LSO 6581 Water Law for the Energy Industry Couch 1
LSO 6513 Oil & Gas Regulatory Practices Trimble 3
LSO 6573 Energy Development on Public Lands Timmermeyer 3
LSO 6511 Midstream Oil and Gas Law Hagy 1
LSO 6352 Negotiations and Communications/Ethics (on campus) Clark 2
LSO 6502 Project Economics and Finance (on campus) Scott 2

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Powering Progress: Crafting Legal Minds in Energy and Natural Resources

The LL.M. in Energy and Natural Resources exposes you to legal education focused on the entire energy lifecycle – including courses on oil and gas contracts, upstream, midstream, downstream, and water law.

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Leading For Over 100 Years

The University of Oklahoma has been providing energy education for over 100 years. OU Law has strong energy expertise and can rely on top energy programs from the Price College of Business and the Mewbourne College of Earth and Energy. Each college has a strong graduate network that alums can access within energy companies.

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Fueling Knowledge with Industry-Driven Learning

The leadership of the Energy Law section at the University of Oklahoma created the curriculum for the LL.M. in Energy and Natural Resource Law. Working with industry practitioners ensured that the required skills and legal background necessary for success in related fields in the energy industry were included in the program. As a student, you will learn from OU faculty and industry practitioners affiliated with OU Law. This includes OU professors and practicing attorneys in energy firms and oil/gas corporations.

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The Power of Cohort Dynamics

As a student in this program, you will be organized into a cohort with whom you will take all your courses throughout the program. This allows you to collaborate and share your points of view, providing a richer experience for all. Additionally, OU Law staff work closely with each student to promote a thriving learning environment.

Get to Know Your Faculty

Your instructors are practicing attorneys at law firms, environmental agencies, and state departments. Their experience in the field has positioned them as experts in the law and science of energy and natural resources.

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