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Lawrence K. Hellman is a Professor and former Dean at Oklahoma City University School of Law, having served as Dean since 1998. He previously practiced law with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division and taught at Washington & Lee University School of Law. His academic focus is on Legal Profession courses, emphasizing ethical and professional conduct. Hellman holds a B.S. from Washington & Lee University and dual degrees (J.D. and M.B.A.) from Northwestern University.
He is an elected member of the American Law Institute and the Oklahoma Fellows of the American Bar Foundation. His leadership roles include co-chair of the Oklahoma Bar Association’s Rules of Professional Conduct Committee (2000–2008) and board memberships with Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, the American Judicature Society, and the ABA’s Professionalism Committee. Hellman has received prestigious awards, including the Oklahoma Bar Association’s Legal Ethics Award and multiple Presidents’ Service Awards.
His research and publications center on legal ethics, professional responsibility, and regulatory reforms. Notable works explore ethical challenges in criminal defense, lawyer accountability, and systemic improvements in legal practice. He has contributed over 35 articles, including analyses of Gideon’s legacy and ethical dilemmas in modern legal practice.
Grants and advising details are not explicitly stated, but Hellman’s advocacy for legal professionalism and ethics underscores his commitment to improving the legal system. He is affiliated with institutions promoting access to justice and legal integrity, reflecting his dedication to both education and public service.
