J.D. Concentrations

Discover the nuances of the Native American legal system, a unique legal framework that coexists and interacts with federal law. Our exceptional faculty guides you in collaborating with and empowering the enduring Native American communities integral to OU Law.

The dynamic among entrepreneurs, business managers, investors, and regulators creates a complex legal landscape that confronts every private and public business.  This area of law requires attorneys to be expert advisors, skilled negotiators, and creative problem-solvers.  Our graduates who focused on Business & Tax Law commonly practice as commercial litigators, transactional attorneys, and in-house counsel. 

Understand the significance of our interconnected world with our international and comparative law courses. Gain unique insights into the foreign policy-making process and seize the opportunity to participate in international affairs internships, opening doors to a global career.

Join the forefront of national and international leadership in oil and gas, natural resources, and energy law at OU, encapsulated as ONE. Home to the Eugene Kuntz Conference on Natural Resources Law and Policy and the Oil and Gas, Natural Resources, and Energy Journal (ONE J), OU Law offers unparalleled resources for scholarly pursuits in these domains.

Learn about constitutional law's foundational principles from faculty who have worked for Supreme Court justices, litigated constitutional law cases from trial courts to the high court, and written authoritative works in the field. This concentration also offers you the opportunity to engage in simulated litigation.

Make a difference in society by enrolling in the criminal law related courses. Explore the essence of humanity by addressing questions of justice and fairness and work aggressively to make our world a better place by righting wrongs.

Healthcare is one of the largest and fastest-growing sectors in the U.S. economy.  Stay at the forefront of this important field by taking introductory and advanced courses that critically examine federal and state laws governing the U.S. healthcare system. 

The relevance of IP extends across all businesses and private spheres. Our distinguished faculty, sought-after experts in the field, guide you through a holistic exploration of fundamental principles, their underlying policies, and the intricate interplay of IP laws.