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Law Schools Rush to Launch Specialist LL.M.s in Legal Technology
Dec 05, 2019
Technology is increasingly being used to provide legal services, which demands a new breed of innovative lawyer for the 21st century. Law schools are launching specialist LL.M.s in response, giving students computing skills
Why LL.M. Grads are Leaving Big Law Firms and Moving In-House
Dec 04, 2019
Many top law school graduates are attracted by the more diverse and dynamic general counsel jobs
LL.M. Programs in Ireland: Studying on the Green Shores of the Emerald Isle
Nov 22, 2019
Known around the world for its castles and greenery, Ireland’s emerging tech sector makes it a great destination for students who want a taste of it all.
Should you do an LL.M. or a GDL?
Nov 14, 2019
An LL.M. is valuable, but it does not give you the right to practice law in the UK. A GDL does.
Should You do an LL.M. or a Two-Year JD?
Nov 08, 2019
A JD costs more than an LL.M., but it opens up career mobility across the US
Mythical Splendor: LL.M. Programs in Scotland
Nov 04, 2019
There are few downsides to attending law school in this beautiful, successful and welcoming country north of England
Work Experience and the LL.M.
Nov 01, 2019
What’s the right amount of work experience on an LL.M. application?
How an LL.M. Can Help you Pass US Bar Exams
Oct 18, 2019
Some law schools offer support for overseas lawyers who want to practice in America, but bar exam requirements and pass rates vary wildly between states
An LL.M. in New York City: Why the Big Apple is a Great Place to Study Law
Oct 11, 2019
From the myriad top law schools to the ability to mingle with some of the countries’ most influential lawyers, New York offers it all
LL.M. Applications: What to do When You’ve Been Waitlisted
Sep 09, 2019
“Waitlisting” candidates is a growing trend, but there are many concrete steps that an applicant can take to improve their chances of admission to a top LL.M. course
LL.M. Programs in California: From Hollywood to the Redwoods
Aug 15, 2019
With beautiful deserts in the south and towering forests in the north, it’s no surprise that the diverse state of California is the number one in America for international students.
As UK Law Firms Enjoy the Boom Times, How Can You Become a Lawyer in the UK?
Aug 06, 2019
The Brexit vote has led to a surge in law firm revenue and hiring, driving up the popularity of UK law schools. But LL.M. programs typically do not qualify one to practice law in the UK. Here’s what you need to do to qualify
Post-LLM Careers in Academia are Abundant
Jul 15, 2019
Whether through a PhD or J.S.D., there are well-trodden paths into academia for LL.M. graduates, but the competition for jobs is intense
Securing Post LL.M. Work Visas
May 27, 2019
An overseas LL.M. can provide the local knowledge and networks to land a local job. We’ve done the research on visa rules, so that you don’t have to
Beyond the Courtroom: Post-LL.M. Careers Outside of Law
May 06, 2019
The skills one learns through an LL.M. program are highly transferable to many different sectors, from finance and management consulting to academia and publishing
