At Texas Tech University School of Law, students can pursue specialized concentrations to gain advanced knowledge in targeted areas of law. Each concentration combines tailored coursework with a faculty-guided research project, giving students the opportunity to deepen their expertise and stand out in the job market. Graduates who fulfill the requirements receive a transcript notation, signaling their specialization to future employers.

Current Concentrations

Business Law

Gain expertise in the legal landscape of business—from multinational corporations and securities regulation to family-run ventures and transactional planning.
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Civil Rights & Anti-Discrimination

Engage with legal frameworks that protect individual rights and combat discrimination.
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Criminal Law & Innocence

Examine real cases involving claims of innocence and explore criminal justice reform from both prosecution and defense perspectives.
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Energy Law

Study legal issues in oil, gas, wind, and solar to prepare for a career in this vital and fast-moving industry.
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Intellectual Property

Gain expertise in legal issues surrounding patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets.
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Law and Science

Tackle emerging legal challenges at the intersection of science and technology.
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Water Law

Delve into water rights, regulation, and policy.
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Important Links

• Business Law Concentration
• Civil Rights & Anti-Discrimination Law Concentration
• Criminal Law & Innocence Concentration
• Energy Law Concentration
• Intellectual Property Concentration
• Law and Science Concentration
• Water Law Concentration