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Boston University School of Law

Boston, Massachusetts

Boston University School of Law is a top-tier law school known for its rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, and strong emphasis on experiential learning. Located in the vibrant city of Boston, the law school offers a diverse range of programs and clinics that provide students with practical skills and real-world experience.

LLM programs offered:
LLM in American Law, LLM in Banking and Financial Law, LLM in Taxation, LLM in Intellectual Property and Information Law, and a 2-year LLM program.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Duke University School of Law

Durham, North Carolina

Duke Law School is an ambitious, forward-thinking, and innovative institution whose mission is to prepare students for responsible and productive lives in the legal profession by providing a rigorous legal education within a collaborative, supportive, and diverse environment. The Duke Law LLM program is designed to introduce international law graduates to the legal system of the United States and to provide the opportunity to take advanced courses in specialized areas of the law. LLM students can select courses from the full JD curriculum, including clinics and externships, and join extracurricular activities such as law journals and moot court teams. Duke’s goal is to integrate LLM and JD students into the whole life of Duke Law School. Students also may take courses in other parts of the university, such as the Fuqua School of Business or the Sanford School of Public Policy. Duke also offers certificates in Environmental Law, Business Law, and Intellectual Property Law as part of the LLM program. At Duke, you’ll find people who are equally enthusiastic about their intellectual life and academic studies as they are about their community and social life. Duke students are known for balancing hard work with fun, and intellectual engagement with purposeful living.

LLM programs offered:
J.D. open to international students. Duke Law offers four certificate programs: New Ventures and Entrepreneurship; Environmental and Energy Law; Business Law; and IP, Science, and Technology Law. While not a seperate degree, certificate programs allow LLM students to further refine their research and career focus by maximizing their exposure to outstanding courses and instructors in their fields of interest.

Fordham University School of Law

New York, New York

Fordham University School of Law, located in the heart of Manhattan, provides students with a rich legal education rooted in the Jesuit tradition. With a focus on academic excellence, practical skills, and public service, Fordham Law offers a diverse range of programs and clinics that prepare students for successful legal careers.

LLM programs offered:

U.S. Law; Corporate Compliance; Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law; International Business and Trade Law; Fashion Law; Banking, Corporate, and Finance Law; International Dispute Resolution; International Law and Justice; Real Estate Law.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loyola Marymount University Loyola Law School

Los Angeles, California

Loyola Law School (LLS), located in the heart of Los Angeles, offers an exciting and dynamic environment for legal professionals looking to expand their expertise through the LLM program. Designed with flexibility and specialization in mind, Loyola’s LLM program allows students to tailor their legal education with options like Civil Litigation, Entertainment Law, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, and International Business Law. With a prime location in one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the U.S., Loyola takes full advantage of its proximity to major courts, law firms, and the entertainment industry, offering unmatched opportunities for professional growth. The program also boasts a supportive and diverse community, where students from around the world engage with highly experienced faculty and a cutting-edge curriculum. Whether you’re aiming for a career in global business law or taking the California or New York Bar, Loyola’s LLM program offers the tools, support, and network to help you thrive​.

LLM programs offered:
J.D. open to international students, Bar Track LLM, American Law (fully customizable), Civil Litigation & Advocacy, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity & Data Privacy, Entertainment Law, Intellectual Property, International Business Law.

 

 

 

 

New England Law | Boston

Boston, Massachusetts

New England Law | Boston was founded in 1908 as Portia Law School with a deep commitment to providing comprehensive legal education. Located in the heart of Boston, our LLM program offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical training, designed to prepare graduates for a wide range of legal careers. The program is particularly strong in areas such as international law, intellectual property, and human rights, supported by our dedicated faculty and extensive legal networks. Our LLM students benefit from personalized attention, small class sizes, and access to various specialized clinics and externships, which offer hands-on experience in real-world legal settings. Additionally, our diverse student body and vibrant campus community foster a collaborative learning environment, where students from around the globe come together to advance their legal expertise. New England Law | Boston is committed to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in an increasingly globalized legal landscape.

LLM programs offered:
Full- and part-time JD programs open to international students, LLM in American Law.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law

Columbus, Ohio

Founded in 1891 and consistently the top-ranked law school in the State of Ohio, the Moritz College of Law has grown into one of the nation’s pre-eminent public law schools and one of the most respected law schools in the world. A collegial community of approximately 570 students and more than 50 faculty members, Moritz is known for its rigorous academic program, the pioneering research of its world-class faculty, a deep commitment to teaching and professional training, and the development of future leaders. The college’s more than 11,000 alumni are central to its national reputation. Graduates include justices of the Supreme Court of Ohio, federal appeals and district court judges, U.S. senators, U.S. representatives, governors, managing partners in law firms of all sizes, chief executive officers of Fortune 500 corporations, professors at law schools across the country, and prominent attorneys in private practice, government service, and public interest law firms.

LLM programs offered:

General LLM; LLM in Business, Corporate, Commercial and Tax Law, LLM in Children and Family Law; LLM in Civil Litigation; LLM in Criminal Law; LLM in Dispute Resolution (#1 in the nation), LLM in Employment and Labor Law, LLM in Health Law and Policy; LLM in Intellectual Property, Privacy, and Technology Law; LLM in International and Comparative Law; LLM in Public Interest, Justice, and Equality; LLM in Real Estate; LLM in Regulatory and Government Practice; LLM in Environmental Law

Stetson University College of Law

Tampa Bay, Florida

Stetson Law’s LL.M. in International Law allows students to advance their legal education in an intensive one-year program that leads to an advanced legal degree in international law. Stetson’s program accommodates the specialization needs of both experienced practicing attorneys and recent law school graduates from the U.S. and abroad. The curriculum is designed to prepare graduates to enter the global marketplace thoroughly prepared for positions in business, government, education, and international law practice or related professions. Stetson’s LL.M. in International law offers two different tracks to cater to individual students’ desired career goals: General Studies and Public/Private International Law.  The General Studies track is designed for foreign students who are interested in sitting for the New York State Bar. This track, which focuses on U.S. law and legal methods, is designed to allow the law school to certify that the LL.M. student has the basic competence and the ability to participate ethically in the legal profession. The Public/Private International Law track stresses subjects of fundamental importance to all international lawyers and a diverse elective curriculum which allows students a wide range of choices to pursue their own individual career interests in public as well as in private international law. Additionally, this track features special courses designed exclusively for foreign-educated attorneys. Stetson offers a mandatory two-week introductory course for foreign-educated students enrolled in the LL.M. program designed to facilitate the process of understanding and overcoming the challenges of the study of law in different legal and educational systems. Foreign-trained attorneys can also use the Public/Private International Law track to apply to a 2-year J.D. program at Stetson Law following the successful completion of their LL.M. in International Law.

LLM programs offered:

JD open to international students, LLM in International Law, LLM in Advocacy, LLM in Elder Law

St. John's University School of Law

Queens, New York

St. John’s Law opened in 1925 to help a diverse and talented student body learn the fundamentals of the law, build practical skills, and uplift their communities. That founding mission still animates the Law School community as our students excel in the classroom, on journals, and in clinics, externships, and advocacy competitions. St. John’s LL.M. programs produce practice-ready graduates. You’ll test your legal knowledge and communication skills in simulation exercises. You’ll also exercise negotiation, presentation, and delegation skills—all while gaining proficiency in the language of lawyering.

LLM programs offered:

LLM in Bankruptcy Law, LLM in Transnational Legal Practice, LLM in U.S. Legal Studies, LLM in Real Estate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tufts University The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy

Medford, Massachusetts

Fletcher’s LLM in International Law is designed for lawyers interested in developing expertise in public and private international law, while deepening knowledge in complementary subjects such as political science, history, business, or economics. Our personalized approach and cohesive community make our LLM unique, preparing students for leadership positions in government, the private sector, academia, and non profit organizations – worldwide.

LLM programs offered:

LL.M. in International Law

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tulane University School of Law

New Orleans, Louisiana

For more than 75 years, Tulane Law’s Master of Laws (LLM) program has offered students from across the globe a unique and valuable opportunity to pursue advanced legal education. More than 160 years ago, long before “globalization” became a fashionable word, Tulane made the forward-thinking decision to teach the common law and civil law side by side in a dual curriculum. To this day we continue to offer complete training in both systems. We are known for our strength in many areas, including Admiralty/Maritime Law, Energy/Environmental law and Comparative International Law.

LLM programs offered:

General LLM, LLM in Admiralty, LLM in Energy & Environment, LLM in International & Comparative Law, LLM in American Law.

 

 

 

 

University of California, Berkeley School of Law

Berkeley, California

Berkeley Law LL.M. (Master of Laws) is a general degree designed to prepare foreign lawyers for global practice. Our curriculum provides a strong foundation in the fundamentals of U.S. law while allowing for customization based on individual interests. Students can earn certificates of specialization in several areas of law and may pursue eligibility to register for a U.S. bar exam.

LLM programs offered:
LLM in Business Law, Law and Technology, Certificate of Specialization in AI Law and Regulation, Post-Graduate Executive Leadership Certificate, Environmental Law, Energy & Clean Technology, International Law, Public Interest & Social Justice, and Practical Lawyering Certificate.

 

 

 

 

University of Miami School of Law

Miami, Florida

Miami Law has one of the oldest LL.M. programs in the U.S. Since 1952, we have offered Master of Laws programs for domestic and foreign lawyers that attract students from 30+ countries annually. Our Programs provide the opportunity to develop a specialty or explore more broadly with offerings to meet student’s professional and personal needs. Students can also take advantage of hands-on learning options during their studies like practicums, moot courts, and clinics. The University is also located in Miami, a vibrant and diverse U.S. city with a strong legal market and ties not only to Latin America and the Caribbean but also the rest of the world.

LLM programs offered:

Entertainment, Arts, and Sports Law; Estate Planning; International Arbitration; International Law; Maritime Law; Real Estate/Property Development; Tax Law; Taxation of Cross-Border Investment; U.S. & Transnational Law for Foreign-Trained Lawyers.

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Law School

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Combine a top law school in the U.S. with one of its most vibrant cities and you have the University of Minnesota Law School. Minnesota Law’s LL.M. program provides internationally-trained lawyers with a rigorous academic experience, exposing them to a broad array of legal skills and knowledge. Minnesota Law offers a Business Law LL.M. and a general LL.M. with the option to earn one of 12 concentrations.

LLM programs offered:

Alternate Dispute Resolution, Business Law, Civil Litigation, Criminal Justice, Environmental and Energy Law, Family Law, Health Law and Bioethics, Human Rights Law, Immigration Law, Intellectual Property and Technology Law, International Law, Labor and Employment Law

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

University of San Diego School of Law

San Diego, California

Each year, the University of San Diego School of Law educates approximately 800 Juris Doctor and graduate law students. USD Law is accredited by the American Bar Association and is part of a private, Roman Catholic university. We are excited to celebrate our 75th anniversary this year! Located in southern California, USD sits on a stunning campus next to the Pacific Ocean, strategically placed on the Pacific Rim and near the border with neighboring Mexico. Our LLM programs offer many concentrations, including: Business & Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Environmental & Energy Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Taxation. We are pleased to automatically consider all full-time applicants for a Merit Scholarship.

LLM program offered:

Our LLM in U.S. Law program offers 6 optional concentrations: Business & Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Environmental & Energy Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Taxation. We also offer an Online LLM in U.S. Law, both in English and in Spanish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vanderbilt Law School

Nashville, Tennessee

Vanderbilt Law School is a top ranked law school located on the beautiful Vanderbilt University campus set in the urban heart of Nashville, Tennessee. The law school combines the advantages of a stimulating university community, a top-tier faculty, a small, carefully selected student body, and a sophisticated, vibrant city. Vanderbilt Law School attracts law students seeking a first-rate academic institution that also affords an excellent quality of life. Vanderbilt offers three LL.M. program options: a general LL.M. degree, a specialized LL.M. in Law and Business, and a Thesis Track option. All program options offer the courses required to qualify for the New York bar exam. Vanderbilt LL.M. students choose their courses from the law school’ s extensive curriculum to concentrate in areas including Law & Business; Law & Innovation, Litigation & Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property; International Legal Studies; Energy, Environment and Land Use; and Criminal Justice. Students interested in focusing on Corporate Law have the opportunity to earn the LL.M. degree with a certificate of specialization in Law & Business. LL.M. students are fully integrated into the Vanderbilt community, studying alongside American and other international students in the J.D. program. Vanderbilt’s small LL.M. program size makes it possible for students to enjoy greater access to faculty and promotes a sense of community that is one of Vanderbilt’s most distinguishing attributes. An extensive network of more than 8,500 alumni in 49 states, DC, three US territories, and 32 foreign nations reflects the school’s national and international reach.

LLM programs offered:

General LL.M.: Course Track: Focus on Coursework, Law & Business Track: Focus on Corporate Law, Thesis Track: Focus on Research.

Cardozo School of Law – Yeshiva University

New York, New York

Cardozo School of Law stands out as a top-tier law school, specializing in key areas such as business and innovation law, intellectual property law, public interest law, criminal justice, and clinical education. With a commitment to excellence, our distinguished faculty equips students with the skills needed to excel in the legal profession. Our robust 15,000+ member alumni network provides invaluable support and connections for career advancement. At Cardozo, you will learn from professors who are leading experts in their fields, influencing both the study and practice of law. Located in the heart of New York City, Cardozo offers unmatched opportunities for networking and hands-on experience through one of the nation’s most comprehensive field placement programs. We foster a welcoming and diverse community, inspired by the vision of our namesake, Supreme Court Justice Benjamin N. Cardozo, who famously stated, “The final cause of law is the welfare of society.”

LLM programs offered:

J.D. open to international students; LLMs in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Securities Law, Intellectual Property Law. International and Comparative Law, Fashion, Arts, Media & Entertainment (FAME) Law, Real Estate Law.