I think about doing a general LL.M., taking the bar and living in the U.S. for a few years before returning home.

I know that USC is to 20, but they care about their LL.M. students and prepare them for the Californian bar. Furthermore, they have a very good alumni network, which is helpful to find a job afterwards.

Berkeley is top 10, but how about everything else? Is it worth choosing Berkeley over USC just because of the ranking?

Hi Marli,
I've been told that it's getting harder for foreigners (who are not already attorneys in their home country) to be admitted to take the California bar exam with only an LL.M. So, to my mind, if you are not already an attorney, getting the CalBar should'nt be your first critera in opting for a law school.
But I understand it's difficult to make a choice, since the USC administration seems really nice adn willing to help.

thanks for your help!! hard decision these llms...

I think about doing a general LL.M., taking the bar and living in the U.S. for a few years before returning home.

I know that USC is to 20, but they care about their LL.M. students and prepare them for the Californian bar. Furthermore, they have a very good alumni network, which is helpful to find a job afterwards.

Berkeley is top 10, but how about everything else? Is it worth choosing Berkeley over USC just because of the ranking?

marly, I was in the same situation and I've just confirmed my seat in USC's program. I know a friend who studied there and I heard just the best about the program and the school.
Hope to meet you in USC.

I 've confirmed my seat in USC too.. can you pls give me your email address or email me on tapuptl@gmail.com