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A premier ABA-approved public law school, the University of Oregon School of Law has been educating successful legal professionals since 1884.

Ranked #1 in Oregon and the only law school in the Pacific Northwest awarded four top national rankings: Legal Writing ( #1), Environmental Law ( #8), Dispute Resolution ( #11), and Most Graduates in Public Interest Jobs ( #16). In addition to the Juris Doctor (JD), the school offers a Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree; a Conflict & Dispute Resolution Master's degree; several concurrent degrees in fields such as business, public administration, and journalism; and also an Undergraduate Legal Studies program. Oregon Law boasts 3 top-ranked specialty programs: Legal Research & Writing ( #1), Environmental Law ( #9), and Dispute Resolution ( #11). The school is located in the William W. Knight Law Center in Eugene with an additional Portland campus, where students may opt to spend their third year.

10/16/2026

At this year's Frohnmayer Leadership Program Fall Retreat, Law Ducks gathered to explore leadership, empathy, trust-building, and perspective-taking. Guided by Canamac Productions' nationally acclaimed “Defamation Experience,” students engaged in challenging conversations about bias, dialogue, and understanding different viewpoints.

"I loved doing this Defamation Experience. It was an engaging way to interact with these complicated topics."

"This experience provided thought-provoking discussion centered around confronting bias and resolving through dialogue that will be valuable in my career in the legal profession."

“FLP has helped me reflect on different categories of leadership and how to be not only a better leader, but a better overall person.”

“The FLP retreat was a valuable opportunity to step outside of the demands of law school and reflect on what it means to be an effective and intentional leader. I especially appreciated the emphasis on self-awareness, meaningful dialogue, and understanding different perspectives. The activities encouraged me to think more critically about how I communicate, engage with others, and approach difficult conversations. I left feeling more connected to my peers and with a greater appreciation for the role empathy and reflection play in leadership.”

Opportunities like these are at the heart of the Frohnmayer Leadership Program, helping students grow as leaders, advocates, and community members.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3U4oayu

10/15/2026

The Oregon Law Public Service & Policy Program welcomed Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield back to the Knight Law Center. Rayfield’s visit offered Law Ducks, faculty, and staff an opportunity to learn about the Oregon Department of Justice and recent litigation brought by state attorneys general against the federal government.

10/14/2026

Do you know an outstanding alumnus, leader, or friend who has made a lasting difference at Oregon Law and in the communities they serve?

Help us recognize them with an Oregon Law Honors nomination for one of these awards:

* Frohnmayer Award for Public Service
* John E. Jaqua Distinguished Alumni Award
* Minoru Yasui Justice Award
* Oregon Law Outstanding Recent Alumni Award

Recognition begins with your nomination. Submit by November 20: https://bit.ly/4e5c7Ys

10/09/2026

While clerking remotely for the American Forest Resource Council, third-year Law Duck Law Claire Sebree gained hands-on experience in environmental law, federal regulations, and forest management policy.

At AFRC, Sebree helped write and edit legal briefs and draft memorandums on developments in environmental law. She also presented to the organization's executive board and members at its summer meeting.

The experience strengthened her legal research and writing skills while exposing her to the fast-paced demands of legal practice. "AFRC's legal team is extremely skilled at flexibility and multitasking, managing a large number of cases and intervening on behalf of its members," Sebree said. "My supervising attorneys helped me be more dynamic, balance working efficiently with careful analysis, and incorporate feedback quickly into my work product."

Working for an organization that represents timber and logging companies gave Sebree a new perspective on environmental law. "It helped open my eyes to systemic issues within federal forest management and, more broadly, environmental law," she said.

As wildfires continue to affect communities across the West, Sebree gained a deeper understanding of how forest management and sustainable timber production can help address those challenges. "Wildfires continue to devastate entire towns, destroying homes and taking lives. My time at AFRC helped me better understand how effective forest management and sustainable timber production work in tandem to address this systemic problem," she said.

A meaningful part of the experience was engaging with people who hold diverse perspectives on sustainable timber production and forest management. “These conversations reinforced for me that while approaches may differ, there is more common ground in protecting our forests, wildlife, and communities than it may appear at first blush,” she added.

For students interested in environmental law, Sebree encourages keeping an open mind during the summer job search. “Don’t be afraid to expand your horizons. Every legal opportunity offers experience and skill development that will ultimately make you a better environmental lawyer.”

10/08/2026

As generative AI becomes an increasingly common tool in legal practice, Oregon Law is expanding opportunities for lawyers to build practical, ethical, and effective AI skills.

Developed by Associate Clinical Professor and Business Law Program Director Kristie Gibson, our new micro-credential helps transactional lawyers integrate emerging technology into sophisticated legal work while maintaining professional judgment, protecting client information, and meeting ethical obligations.

This offering reflects Oregon Law's commitment to supporting lawyers throughout their careers, not just during law school.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4zesEBF

10/02/2026

Five reunion milestones. One great weekend. 💚💛

Oregon Law Alumni Weekend brought Law Ducks back to Eugene to celebrate 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50 years—and make a few new memories along the way.

From following Oregon Law’s history across campus at the Pennoyer Fun Run/Walk/Roll to timely discussions at the O’Connell Conference and plenty of Duck spirit at the Law Duck Tailgate, there was much to celebrate.

Thank you to our alumni, students, faculty, friends, and generous title sponsor, Holland & Knight, for making OLAW 2026 a success. Once a Law Duck, always a Law Duck!

09/30/2026

Oregon Law celebrates the achievements of these 🦆 alumni:

* Tracee Passeggi, JD ’03, has joined Loyola Marymount University as associate vice provost for Career and Professional Development
* Lisa E. Schaures, JD ’05, has joined Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a shareholder in the firm’s Corporate Practice in Portland
* Hillary Renick, JD ’08, is serving as the Founding President of the California Indian Land Institute
* Malcolm S. MacWilliamson, JD ’21, has joined Snell & Wilmer as an associate in its Litigation, Investigations, and Trials Practice Group in its Portland office

09/28/2026

As a clerk at Garcia Law PLLC in Utah, third-year Law Duck Ted Jemming spent his summer practicing federal immigration litigation, removal defense, and criminal defense.

After observing immigration court proceedings, Jemming drafted two § 2241 habeas petitions challenging immigration detention in the Eastern District of California, prepared visa and asylum applications, and worked on criminal defense matters including suppression motions and cross-examination outlines. As a certified law student, he also appeared in Utah district and justice courts to enter arraignments and pleas for clients.

“I learned how to draft and file habeas petitions and reply briefs in § 2241 litigation, write for district judges rather than professors, anticipate the government's strongest arguments, and build a record that supports the relief requested,” Jemming said.

Beyond drafting, Jemming developed skills in fact development and cross-examination, preparing impeachment outlines from police reports for preliminary hearings and auditing asylum applications for consistency across family members.

“I learned to conduct client interviews with the help of a translator, negotiate with the government in a contested Equal Access to Justice Act fee dispute, and appear in both district and justice courts,” he said.

The summer also broadened Jemming’s perspective on his future career.

“When I began law school, I was focused on criminal law. This experience showed me how often different areas of law interact and gave me valuable experience in immigration and family law, both of which I now see as potential practice areas,” he said.

Jemming’s advice for future law students: seek opportunities that put you in real practice settings. “If you want to be a litigator, get court certified as soon as you can during your summer internship. It can make the difference between researching in the office and getting podium time in court,” he said. He also encourages students not to overlook smaller and mid-sized firms, where hands-on experience can come early and often. And no matter the assignment, take it seriously.

09/25/2026

This summer, Oregon Law welcomed visiting scholar Dr. Benjamin Liu, Senior Lecturer in Commercial Law at the University of Auckland Business School. 🇳🇿

Dr. Liu holds a PhD in law and is admitted as a solicitor in New Zealand, England, and Wales. Before entering academia, he worked at international law firms and banks, including Linklaters and BNP Paribas. A legal expert in artificial intelligence law, insolvency law, and financial markets law, Dr. Liu frequently speaks to the media and appears in news coverage on issues at the intersection of finance, technology, and law.

“During my time at Oregon Law, my research focused on third-party releases in insolvency restructuring, and I also had the opportunity to sit in on several law classes. I very much enjoyed my time in Eugene. It is a lovely and friendly city that reminded me a little of Auckland, with great weather and squirrels everywhere, which I found particularly charming.” 🐿️

Thank you, Dr. Liu, for sharing your expertise with Oregon Law. We wish you all the best in your future research and teaching.

09/23/2026

Meet Surya Barrow, attorney, educator, nonprofit leader, small-business founder, and member of Oregon Law's incoming Master of Laws (LLM) class. ⚖️

Building on a career centered on public service and community building, Barrow is pursuing the Environmental and Natural Resources Law track with plans to develop new tools for environmental advocacy and law practice.

Inspired by a lifelong connection to the ocean and time spent along the Oregon coast, Barrow credits the ocean with her journey back to law school, where she will specialize in ocean advocacy alongside other environmental causes.

“In the pause between closing my practice in Texas and coming to the University of Oregon LLM program, I took some time to walk along the ocean at Agate Beach. Hearing the waves, feeling the sand and chill water, reminded me of this passion—and commitment—within myself,” Barrow explained.

After nearly a decade as a federal trial attorney with the IRS Office of Chief Counsel, Barrow founded a yoga studio, led a nonprofit serving people living with serious mental illness, and established a solo practice representing children, parents, and people navigating child welfare and mental health proceedings.

At Oregon Law, Barrow will work on research and special projects with Professor Mary Wood and the ENR Center’s Conservation Trust Project. “While researching the Law School’s professors, I was especially drawn to Professor Wood’s work. My practice in Texas focused in large part on advocacy for children. I saw a beautiful dovetail of my work on behalf of children and activism for the environment in the Conservation Trust Project,” she said.

“I am here to serve the causes I believe in, to the best of my abilities. I know I will acquire meaningful skills here at Oregon Law with which I can more creatively, expertly, and elegantly serve environmental causes.”

Welcome, Surya! 👏 🌊

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