University of the Pacific - McGeorge School of Law

Study in Sacramento - California's Capital City

McGeorge offers these graduate law degree programs:

- Transnational Business Practice (LL.M.)
- U.S. Law & Policy (for non-U.S. law degree holders - LL.M.)
- Water Resources Law (LL.M.)
- Water Resources Law-International (LL.M. and J.S.D.)
- International Legal Studies (J.S.D.)

More about the programs...

LL.M.in Transnational Business
The LL.M. in Transnational Business Practice* trains lawyers, whether they are trained in civil law or common law jurisdiction, to practice in the field of international business. An LL.M. in Transnational Business practice prepares lawyers for a career in the global economy.

* with internship. One semester of study on the McGeorge Campus in Sacramento, California and the opportunity to participate in a 10-12 week internship with an international law firm or organization or corporate legal department.

* without internship. Two semesters of study on the McGeorge Campus in Sacramento, California.

LL.M. in U.S. Law & Policy (for non-U.S. law degree holders)
The LL.M. in U.S. Law & Policy program is specially designed to equip foreign-trained lawyers with the skills and knowledge base to succeed working as a global lawyer. Students will gain a firm foundation in American law and valuable insights as to how lawyers are trained in the United States.

The LL.M in U.S. Law & Policy is specifically designed for lawyers or law graduates with a law degree granted from schools in their home country who seek a general introduction to United States law. Students will study the foundations of American law, and graduates will be prepared to demonstrate knowledge of U.S. law to employers and clients.

LL.M. in Water Resources Law (also International track)
The LL.M. in Water Resources Law emphasizes interdisciplinary natural resources classes; simulations and case studies; a robust field placement experience; and advanced substantive law course work. The combination of natural resources science, technology and economics, with strong legal coursework and hands on training, will make this program unique among other natural resources law graduate degrees. The International track appeals to law graduates interested in pursuing careers in government, non-governmental organizations or private law firms dealing with international water issues will want to apply for the LL.M.

J.S.D. in International Water Resources Law
The Doctor of Juridical Science degree in International Water Resources Law is designed for those who have already earned an LL.M. and wish to do intensive, in-depth work in the law of international freshwater resources. It is an ideal degree for students interested in going into academics or in working on the development of international water policy at the highest levels. Students may also explore other international topics by pursuing the J.S.D. in International Legal Studies.

McGeorge School of Law educates lawyers for large and small law firms, government agencies and corporate legal departments in California, across the United States, and around the world. This has been our hallmark since 1924, and is truer today than ever before. McGeorge offers many LL.M. programs and two J.S.D. programs designed to meet the needs of today's lawyers practicing in a global economy.

Founded in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher education in California, University of the Pacific prepares students for professional and personal success through rigorous academics, small classes, and a supportive and engaging culture. The McGeorge School of Law is on the University of Pacific's Sacramento Campus.

As the world grows smaller yet more complex, McGeorge responds by rigorously training our students for leadership positions in the global economy of the 21st century. Our success is built on a distinguished faculty, high quality students, committed and involved alumni, and a beautiful, spacious campus with state-of-the art classrooms and student facilities.

Why choose McGeorge? Because you will be prepared for a successful career anywhere.

The Beautiful McGeorge Campus Quad

McGeorge has a green and spacious environment designed to provide a total-immersion legal education. At 13 acres, it is one of the largest law-only campuses, yet we define ourselves as a friendly learning community. Why? Because although you will find big resources here, from high-tech classrooms and mock courtrooms to one of the largest legal libraries in California, you will also find a collegial atmosphere and small, intensive classes, taught by renowned professors who care about your legal education and your future success in law.

McGeorge was included for the second year in a row among the Best LL.M. Programs in the 2017 issue of International Jurist magazine, with an A grade for Best Law School Experience and an A+ grade for Best Value in the magazine. McGeorge is the only California school with an A+ in the Best Value category. Read more.

Professor Frank Gevurtz

• 45 full-time and 56 part-time professors who have attained national and international renown in their fields.
• Faculty members who have published 30 books in the past five years, one of the highest totals among law schools in the nation.
• Professors who have held major positions in government, leading law firms and all segments of industry, and who impart real-world knowledge to our students.
• The inspiring presence of U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Anthony M. Kennedy, our longest continuously serving faculty member.

McGeorge LL.M Students

Applicants for admission to the LL.M. & J.S.D. programs must present evidence of:

• Graduation from a school of law approved by the American Bar Association; or
• Admission to the bar of a state in the United States; or
• Graduation from a faculty of law in a foreign country whose educational authority has authorized that faculty to issue degrees in law.

There are no prerequisite courses for the LL.M. programs.

http://go.mcgeorge.edu/llms

- LL.M Water Resources Law: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis
- LL.M International Water Resources Law: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis
- LL.M U.S. Law & Policy, Public Law and Policy: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis
- LL.M Transnational Business Practice: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis
- LL.M U.S. Law & Policy: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis
- J.S.D. International Water Resources Law: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis plus additional dissertation fee per semester
- J.S.D. International Legal Studies: $1,298 per unit*, $15,576 per semester full-time basis plus additional dissertation fee per semester

*Cost per unit is based on 12 units

McGeorge Campus

As much as the law may intrigue you, there’is always time to take a break from your studies and future profession to explore one of the hottest cities in the country for young people, California's capital city, Sacramento.

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What's more, the city's professional basketball team, the Sacramento Kings, is a perennial NBA title contender. The tree-lined town hosted the 2004 U.S. Olympic Track and Field Trials and its parks are filled nightly with softball and soccer games for all ages. And there is nightlife!