Erin O'Neal

Erin O'Neal is an Associate Professor of Law & Public Policy at the University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law. She serves as Director of the Capital Center for Law & Policy and the Pacific Legal Advantage Program, focusing on government, policy, legislative work, and pre-law education. Based in Sacramento, she leverages the university's location to connect students with state and regional policy opportunities.

Education:

• BA in Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles
• Juris Doctor, Stanford Law School

Professor O'Neal integrates her federal civil litigation and legislative experience into courses like Capital Lawyering & Policymaking, Professional Responsibility, and Global Lawyering Skills. She also coaches McGeorge's nationally ranked Moot Court team.

Professional Highlights:

• Licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, Ninth Circuit, and multiple federal district courts
• Former judicial clerk for federal district Judge Jon P. McCalla
• Active in AALS sections, including serving as Chair of the State & Local Government Section and Treasurer of the Election Law Section