Faculty of Law (Common Law)

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Welcome to the Common Law Section of the University of Ottawa!

The Common Law Section of the University of Ottawa offers a wide range of courses allowing for deep and diversified legal studies. Our faculty consists of nationally and internationally recognized academics who excel in teaching law.

The Common Law Section welcomes a large percentage of its students from outside the province of Ontario. We offer four integrated degree programs, and numerous exchange opportunities abroad. Common Law offers a semester in January that allows intensive specialization in dispute resolution in the first-year and the possibility of intensive instruction from renowned international professors in the upper years. We also offer internships in public, private and non-profit organizations in Canada and internationally, which can lead to academic credits. We also feature several legal clinics that allow students to apply their knowledge in the context of real legal problems. Finally, we offer specializations in environmental law, social justice, international investment law, Aboriginal law, public law and law and technology as well as in dispute resolution and professionalism.

There is no environment more conducive to the study of law than the National Capital Region. Parliament and the Supreme Court are within walking distance of our campus. Several international organizations also have their headquarters in the area.

Our law school reflects the complexities and rich diversity of Canada. We look forward to welcoming you to the University of Ottawa to complete your studies in law.

Nathalie DesRosiers
Dean