LL.M. in Media Law / Entertainment Law
An LL.M. in Media / Entertainment Law can go a long way towards a successful career in the media industry. Indeed, by design, these industries need legal expertise, perhaps more than many other fields, in that they can be quite complex. Also, with the rise of the internet streaming and platforms like Netflix, iTunes, and Hulu, many new emerging legal issues are coming to the surface.
In fact, an LL.M. in Entertainment or Media Law can help students understand many of the legal issues involved in these industries, from contracts to intellectual property law and dispute resolution, among others. These topics can apply to many parts of the media and entertainment fields, from the motion picture industry to music and performing arts. Some law schools also offer specialized LL.M. degrees in specific parts of the entertainment industry, for example LL.M.s in Sports...
An LL.M. in Media / Entertainment Law can go a long way towards a successful career in the media industry. Indeed, by design, these industries need legal expertise, perhaps more than many other fields, in that they can be quite complex. Also, with the rise of the internet streaming and platforms like Netflix, iTunes, and Hulu, many new emerging legal issues are coming to the surface.
In fact, an LL.M. in Entertainment or Media Law can help students understand many of the legal issues involved in these industries, from contracts to intellectual property law and dispute resolution, among others. These topics can apply to many parts of the media and entertainment fields, from the motion picture industry to music and performing arts. Some law schools also offer specialized LL.M. degrees in specific parts of the entertainment industry, for example LL.M.s in Sports Law, or LL.M.s in Arts Law.
In any case, most LL.M. programs in Media / Entertainment Law will include coverage of topics like intellectual property (IP) law, contracts, negotiation, and copyright / trademark law. Electives in an Entertainment Law LL.M. might include immigration law, tax strategies, torts, and litigation, among others.
Many students opt to pursue their LL.M.s in Entertainment or Media Law in a location that's well-known in the fields, such as Los Angeles or London. However, these programs can be found all over the world.
Those who graduate with an LL.M in Media or Entertainment Law might go on to careers in law firms that handle large media clients, for example, or they might provide consulting services to performers in the fields.
See a complete list of Media and Entertainment Law LL.M.s below.
All LL.M. Programs in Media Law / Entertainment Law
The Master of Laws (LLM) degree at USC Gould focuses on the U.S. legal system for students trained in law outside the U.S. The comprehensive curriculum provides foundational skills that are immediately applicable to global legal practice and leadership.
USC Gould also offers specialized LLM degrees in International Business and Economics Law, Privacy Law and Cybersecurity, and Alternative Dispute Resolution, as well as master's degrees for students without prior legal education.
Full-Time: Master of Laws (LL.M.), Two-Year Extended LL.M., Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution (LL.M. in ADR), Master of Laws (LLM) in Pr... more…
Distance Learning: Master of Laws (LL.M.), Online Master of Studies in Law (MSL), Online Certificates in Business Law, Compliance, Entertainment Law & Industry... more…
Full-Time: Deutsches und Europäisches Recht und Rechtspraxis (LL.M.), Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property Law and Media Law, LL.M. in Inter... more…
Queen Mary, University of London’s School of Law, internationally renowned by academics and practitioners as offering a first class LLM Programme with 22 different specialisms. Staff have substantial practical legal work and world leading research experience. Along with the expertise of high profile Judges, practitioners, Business Leaders and distinguished Visiting Academic Fellows, Queen Mary can offer you an academically challenging and relevant LLM in a friendly and supportive environment.
Full-Time: LL.M. (Master of Laws), LL.M. in Art, Business and Law, LL.M. in Banking and Finance Law, LL.M. in Commercial and Corporate Law, LL.M. in Co... more…
Part-Time: Postgraduate Diploma in Law, Postgraduate Diploma (Flexible Study) Laws more…
Distance Learning: LLM Technology, Media and Telecommunications Law (Distance Learning), LL.M. in International Dispute Resolution, Postgraduate Diploma in Tec... more…
By Research: PhD more…
Dual Degree: Sorbonne Law School - Queen Mary University of London Double LL.M., Dual LL.M. in Commercial Law more…
Our world-class, flexible LLM is designed to meet a diverse range of needs and can be studied anywhere in the world.
With over 30 specialisations and 60 courses, you can either build a broad range of skills or specialise in a specific field, such as public law for government or human rights law for NGOs.
Distance Learning: LL.M., LL.M. in Banking and Finance Law, LL.M. in Commercial and Corporate Law, LL.M. in Common Law, LL.M. in Comparative and Foreign Law more…
In fall 2020, Miami Law welcomed 127 LL.M. students from 20+ 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 24,000 alumni practice in the U.S. and in 92 countries.
We have an international reputation for research into the legal profession and legal practice, international law and human rights, and commercial and financial law. This research forms the basis of our courses which offer the very latest in academic and practical learning. In the Hotcourses Diversity Index (HDI) the University has been named the most diverse university in the UK, US, Australia and New Zealand and studying at Westminster provides an unparalleled international experience.
Full-Time: Corporate Finance Law LL.M., Entertainment Law LL.M., International Commercial Law LL.M., International Law LL.M., International and Commerc... more…
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