Certificate Programs
Law and Business
The Certificate Program in Law and Business provides Willamette law students with a uniquely integrated, interdisciplinary approach to the study of business law. It was designed to meet the professional needs of law students interested in business and corporate law practice. The certificate program offers exposure to a wide range of business law topics and effectively prepares certificate holders to engage in joint problem solving with business clients. Read more
Dispute Resolution
The Center for Dispute Resolution administers a Certificate Program in Dispute Resolution, which has been ranked among the top-10 dispute resolution programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report. This specialized program of study provides a substantial foundation in mediation and negotiation for all law students. However, the program is particularly valuable for those students interested in a deep exploration of problem solving, deal making and decision theory. Read more
Law and Government
The Certificate Program in Law and Government provides students with a significant educational experience in the field of public law. Through personalized and rigorous training, students develop an understanding of the legal structure, function and operations of national, state and local government institutions. The program provides knowledge of the ways in which public policy is made and modified and the methods used to effectively influence formulation of law and policy. Read more
International and Comparative Law
The Certificate Program in International and Comparative Law requires 16 hours of specialized study as part of the 90 hours required to earn the J.D. Participation in the certificate program is open to 16 students from each class. The program provides students with a rigorous and comprehensive foundation in the fundamentals of public international law and dispute resolution, international business transactions, comparative law, private international law, and transnational arbitration and litigation. In addition, students can study a wide range of international law specialty subjects, such as European Union law, ocean resources law, human rights law, conflict of laws, comparative constitutional law, immigration law, international taxation and international cultural heritage law. Read more
Sustainability Law
The Certificate Program in Sustainable Environmental, Energy and Resources Law (SEER) places special emphasis on the role of the lawyer in formulating environmental and natural resources law and policy to sustain and protect our local and global resources. The program’s full course of study was designed by the Willamette law faculty to be both comprehensive and intensive. Students enrolled in the SEER Certificate Program will receive a solid foundation in all areas of the law but also have the academic flexibility to specialize in specific areas related to sustainability and the environment. Read more
