Erin Okuno

Erin Okuno is an Assistant Professor of Law at Stetson University College of Law, her alma mater. She teaches Legal Research and Writing courses and has extensive experience in legal education, previously teaching at the University of Miami School of Law, Mitchell Hamline School of Law, and others. Her research focuses on environmental law, animal law, and legal pedagogy, with notable contributions to Clean Water Act litigation through amicus curiae briefs cited by the U.S. Supreme Court.

• Education: B.S., Georgia Institute of Technology; J.D., Stetson University College of Law
• Affiliations: Former Foreman Biodiversity Fellow at Stetson’s Institute for Biodiversity Law and Policy; Adjunct/Visiting Professor at multiple institutions

Her scholarship emphasizes wetlands protection, wildlife policy, and the intersection of science and law. She co-authored amicus briefs pivotal to the landmark County of Maui v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund case, which Justice Breyer referenced in his majority opinion. Okuno’s advocacy includes training legal skills and promoting biodiversity law.

• Awards: Edward D. Foreman Most Distinguished Student Award (2013), President’s Undergraduate Research Award (Georgia Tech)

Okuno’s career bridges academia and practice, with roles spanning moot court leadership, legal fellowships, and interdisciplinary collaboration with scientific organizations. She continues to advance legal education through innovative teaching methods and environmental advocacy.