Ohio Northern University Claude W. Pettit College of Law

09/17/2026

A great crowd of ONU students, faculty and staff joined Pettit College of Law Professor Kim Breedon for our annual Constitution Day Lecture.

Professor Breedon explored the U.S. Constitution’s role — and limitations — in addressing public corruption, including whether approaches used in other states and countries could offer new ways to confront this persistent challenge.

It was a thought-provoking conversation that encouraged our ONU Law community to think critically about the structure and reach of constitutional law.

09/16/2026

Ready to take the next step toward your legal career? Applications are now being accepted for both our residential and online JD programs at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law.

Whether you’re looking for the full-time, in-person experience on our Ada, Ohio campus or the flexibility of our part-time online JD, there’s more than one way to earn your law degree — and we’re here to help you find the path that’s right for you.

Explore your options and start your application today at: https://law.onu.edu

Not sure which program is right for you? Learn more about the differences between our residential and online JD programs at: law.onu.edu/which-law-school-path-fits-your-life

09/11/2026

09/04/2026

Congratulations to Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law alumna and former ONU Law Advisory Board Member Susan Wetzel , J.D. ‘97, on being named to the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America!

As a Partner and Co-Chair of the Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation practice at Haynes Boone, Susan is a trusted leader in navigating complex executive compensation and benefit plan issues within major mergers and acquisitions.

We are incredibly proud of her for continuing to set the industry standard. Please join us in celebrating Susan on this well-deserved honor!

09/03/2026

Small school, BIG ways to get involved!
Today, students explored the Law Student Organization’s Fair hosted annually by the Pettit College of Law Student Services. Here at ONU Law we have 20 active organizations! The Org Fair is a great way for students to approach organizations they are interested in, learn about what they do, and sign up. If you missed today’s event, be sure to check out the Northern Network for ways to get involved!

09/01/2026

First week ✅ Here’s what our students are excited for in their law journey!

08/30/2026

Starting the semester on a sweet note! 🍪

08/24/2026

Before classes even began for the semester, our Mock Trial Team advocates were already hard at work taking part in ONU Law’s annual Boot Camp. Returning advocates welcomed incoming 2Ls for a week of intensive training in the Federal Rules of Evidence, objection practice and courtroom advocacy.

These students put in the work, challenged themselves and embraced every opportunity to sharpen their advocacy skills. “Mock Trial gives students the chance to become advocates before they ever step into a courtroom,” said Jasmeet Kang, Chief Justice of the ONU Mock Trial Team. “It teaches you to think on your feet, know the rules cold, and fight for your client—skills that carry into every part of legal practice. Watching our incoming 2Ls throw themselves into boot camp this week was a reminder of why this program means so much to our law school.”

“All you want is to see year over year improvement - and we’ve soared past that this year,” says Donald Anderson, Trial Advocacy Director.

A special congratulations to Giavanna Altmeyer and Gavin Fittro on earning Best Advocate honors!

08/20/2026

Today marks the first day of orientation for our newest class of law students!

We’re thrilled to welcome the Class of 2029 to ONU Law and kick off the journey toward becoming tomorrow’s attorneys. Today was all about making connections, building community, meeting mentors and getting their first glimpse of life as a law student.

New students heard from Interim Dean Bryan Ward, took their Oath of Professionalism and received their pins from Judge John Willamowski, JD ’85, Third District Court of Appeals, and received warm words of encouragement from ONU President Melissa Baumann, Ph.D.

The journey starts here—and we’re so glad you’re part of it. Welcome to ONU Law, Class of 2029!

08/13/2026

Join an incredible team making a real difference in rural Ohio communities. ONU Law’s Lawyers = Justice Coordinator and Supervising Attorney will mentor and support program Fellows as they build sustainable law practices, develop professionally, connect with local legal and community partners, and serve clients who need access to justice.

This full-time, year-round role also provides opportunities to work with law students, support our long-standing legal clinics, participate in trainings and community events, and help strengthen the next generation of community-focused attorneys.

If you’re an attorney who loves mentoring, collaborating, teaching, and expanding access to justice—we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re interested in joining our team apply here: https://onu.wd501.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ONU/details/Supervising-Attorney_JR100069