The University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law has been an internationally recognized leader in legal education since its establishment in 1924 in Sacramento, California’s capital city. McGeorge’s international law program is consistently ranked by U.S. News World Report as one of the top 20 international law programs in the U.S. Our LLM in Transnational Business Practice and LLM in Water & Environmental Law degree programs both made National Jurist’s Honor Roll for 2021-2022.
A big school reputation with a small school feel. At UConn School of Law, you will have the opportunity to explore law and theory in an atmosphere that fosters a spirit of collaboration and cooperation. UConn Law offers four specialized LLM programs with an outstanding faculty, small classes, practice-based learning, flexibility and low tuition. We currently offer LLM programs in U.S. Legal Studies, Insurance Law, Energy & Environmental Law, and Human Rights & Social Justice.
Earn your degree in the heart of global legal practice! St. John’s School of Law has produced lawyers who have distinguished themselves in government, the judiciary, and in legal practice around the world. The law school plays a prominent role in the New York City legal community, imbuing all that it does with the University’s Vincentian tradition. St. John's is known for giving students the knowledge, skills and confidence to serve others while achieving personal and professional success.
SMU Dedman School of Law LL.M. programs offer international students an opportunity to become part of a scholarly community with the advantage of studying in an international business and dynamic cultural center. The LL.M. programs increase the student’s understanding of legal theory and policies, broaden the student’s legal horizons, and encourage the development of legal research and writing skills.
Founded in 1875, our Law School is one of the best law schools in Europe.Staff and students in the UJM Lyon III Law School come from all over the world and bring to the School an unparalleled international and interdisciplinary outlook in teaching and research. The LL.M. in International and European Business Law is designed to be completed in one academic year of full-time study, taught exclusively in English, by UJM professors as well as visiting professors and practitioners from France, Europ...
Boston University School of Law (BU Law) is one of America’s most distinguished law schools. The core of the BU Law learning experience is superior instruction and a supportive, dynamic learning environment in which professors guide, inspire and challenge. The school’s roughly 260 LLM students enroll in four distinct LLM programs, and bring an astounding mix of backgrounds and interests to campus, coming from law schools throughout the United States and from more than 40 countries worldwide.
When you earn your LLM at Case Western Reserve, you not only join a top-ranked program for student experience—you also join a global network of alumni from more than 80 countries. Through classes taught by leading experts, we equip international students for the challenges of practicing law in a society that demands a firm grasp of cross-border interests and implications of a nation’s laws. And with multiple degree options and specialties, you'll study what best suits your professional needs.
AUWCL's LL.M. Programs are world-renowned, with students from 50+ countries attending each academic year and boasting over 4,000 alumni. Our LL.M. degrees are designed for both foreign and domestic law graduates and feature an online, hybrid, or in-person curriculum of specialized law courses and experiential learning opportunities. This is your time to build a global network in close proximity to Capitol Hill and the international organizations in Washington, DC.
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (UC Law SF, formerly known as UC Hastings), was established in 1878 as the first law department of the University of California system and remains a top-ranked law school in the US. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive academic curriculum and hands-on clinical legal education offerings. UC Law SF is home to nationally acclaimed legal centers focused on innovation and intellectual property, dispute resolution, and health policy.
Georgetown Law, in Washington, D.C., has one of the most well-established graduate programs in the United States and offers an unparalleled opportunity for lawyers to broaden and deepen their understanding of law through advanced study. Our LL.M., S.J.D. and Certificate students come from more than 60 countries and close to 150 different law schools from around the world. Georgetown Law offers the widest variety of courses and programs of any law school in the United States.
GW Law is a premier center of legal scholarship, producing leaders in government, business, judicial, and private legal spheres. Our faculty has extensive real-world experience, and our staff is dedicated to serving the needs of all our students. GW Law is located across the street from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Our LLM students profit from unparalleled externship opportunities and the most robust professional development series offered in the US.
Miami Law welcomes annually around 70 LL.M. students from 35+ countries - evidence that we provide a welcoming environment for anyone pursuing an LL.M. - law students, foreign-trained lawyers and legal professionals. Students can take a General LL.M. or specialize in International Arbitration, Tax, Real Estate, Entertainment & Sports, while having the opportunity to transfer to the J.D. and/or take a U.S. Bar Exam, including NY. More than 25,000 alumni practice in the U.S. and in 85 countries.
At Northeastern University School of Law, the LLM program offers law graduates from around the world the opportunity to study at the top experiential law school in the US. The On-Campus LLM program offers students the opportunity for a full-time legal practice experience (co-op) as an integral part of the academic curriculum. Students may choose from a General Program or one of five specializations. Northeastern also offers an Online LLM with a flexible online learning format.
The University of San Diego School of Law truly has "The Perfect Climate for Studying Law." Located in beautiful southern California, USD sits on a stunning campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Our renowned LLM programs offer many areas of specialization, including: Business & Corporate Law, Comparative Law, Criminal Law, Employment & Labor Law, Environmental & Energy Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Taxation.
For more than 20 years, the ILF has been offering an excellent Master of Laws in Finance program in English with a truly international and EU focus. The interdisciplinary curriculum covers areas in law, business and economics and adopts a very practical approach taught by many expert practitioners from leading international law firms, finance and banking specialists as well as officials of the ECB, German Bundesbank etc. Mandatory internships are offered at these institutions in Frankfurt.
Post-LL.M. Career Paths Diversify
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There’s been a great expansion of evermore lucrative career paths for graduates of LL.M. programs, particularly in corporate law, ESG practice areas and legal technology
The Rise of Executive LL.M. Programs for Working Professionals
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It can be a challenge to balance the demands of a legal career with the pursuit of knowledge. That is where Executive LL.M. programs come into their own
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It’s a strategic move for legal professionals, offering a range of benefits, from specialization and global perspective to career advancement and enhanced research and writing skills
How to Become a Lawyer in Latin America After an LL.M.
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There are opportunities for foreign lawyers to make their mark in these diverse and dynamic legal markets
From National to Global: The Evolution of LL.M. Programs
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As legal systems transcend borders, LL.M. programs are evolving to equip students with the skills needed for an interconnected world
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The United States stands out as a particularly compelling choice, providing a host of unique advantages
Law Schools Pivot in Search of Brighter Future
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Demand for legal education is on a downward spiral, but the best law schools see this as an opportunity for innovation
The LL.M. in Comparative Law
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Why this field of law continues to appeal to legal academics and practitioners alike
Master the Future: LL.M. Programs in Legal Technology
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As the legal industry undergoes a digital transformation, these specialized programs have emerged as an increasingly relevant educational pathway
The Value of an LL.M. in a Globalized World
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How does learning another legal culture differ from learning blackletter law?
Nurturing Champions of Justice: LL.M. Programs in Human Rights Law
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In a world grappling with pressing social issues, an LL.M. in human rights can be a powerful catalyst for change -- through immersive education and practical experiences
Two-Year LL.M.s: Taking the Time for Legal English
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A growing number of two-year LL.M. programs are catering to foreign students who want the time to learn legal English and American academic customs.
Lights, Camera, Action: LL.M. Programs in Media and Entertainment Law
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With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, hands-on learning, and industry-aligned instruction, these LL.M. programs draw those with a passion for both law and the arts
Where LL.M. Candidates are Finding Jobs Amid a Hiring Slowdown
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The hiring of LL.M. candidates at many of the largest international law firms remains robust, even in the face of economic headwinds
LL.M. Programs in Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mar 30, 2015
Specialized programs can help lawyers with tactics like mediation and negotiation, which are increasingly used as alternatives to litigation
