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LLM is Latin for Legum Magister, signifying Master of Laws. Our Master of Laws (LL.M.) Program in American Law is a one-year graduate program. Foreign law graduates who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree “LL.M. in American Law.”

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European Law (LLM)

Middlesex University London
Campus Full time Part time 1 - 2 years October 2017 United Kingdom London UK Online + 2 more

This degree aims to enable students to specialise in subjects related to European Law, equipping them with comprehensive knowledge of Council of Europe and European Union policy, legislative and decision making processes, with a thematic focus on human rights, good governance, democracy and the rule of law. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. You will deepen and broaden your knowledge of law as an academic subject; acquiring a systematic understanding of legal processes, methods and concepts, of the social and political context in which legal processes take place, and of appropriate theoretical conceptions of law. Ultimately, by maximising your academic potential and refining your problem-solving skills in a transnational context through the acquisition of a systematic and critical understanding of complex issues you will enhance your professional development and horizons. The research and writing skills you gain will be transferable to a variety of professional sectors, including the legal profession, policymaking, corporate sector, governmental bodies or academia. Why study LLM European Law at Middlesex? The School of Law at Middlesex University is home to specialists in the field of European law, including the Head of the Law and Politics Department Professor Laurent Pech, Jean Monnet Chair of European Public Law (2014-17), human rights expert Dr Alice Donald and Senior Lecturer in Law Dr Joseph Corkin. And with the internationally renowned European Human Rights Advocacy Centre based on campus, led by Professor Philip Leach, Middlesex is at the heart of ground-breaking legal developments in the European Union. Course highlights - The unique opportunity to study 'EU Law in Action' and gain an advanced knowledge and understanding of the European Union's policy and legislative making processes - Get selected for the team taking part in the European Law Moot Court Competition or the European Human Rights Court Competition - You... [-]

Master of Laws in US Legal Studies (for foreign educated lawyers)

The University of Oklahoma - College of Law
Campus Full time 1 year August 2018 USA Norman

The US Legal Studies specialization allows foreign-educated lawyers to gain a general education in US law and legal issues. Students are encouraged to tailor the curriculum to [+]

The US Legal Studies specialization allows foreign-educated lawyers to gain a general education in US law and legal issues. Students are encouraged to tailor the curriculum to fit their individualized needs, and courses may be selected to help the student prepare for taking a bar exam in the United States. Courses within the US Legal Studies specialization may include Civil Procedure, Contracts, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Property Law and Torts, among others. The LL.M. in US Legal Studies can be completed in one year of full-time study. The University of Oklahoma - College of Law - LL.M. The John B. Turner LL.M. Program offers a unique combination of courses, available only at OU, and allows students to choose from three specializations: energy and natural resources, indigenous peoples law, or US Legal Studies (for foreign-educated lawyers). OU Law provides LL.M. students outstanding opportunities such as studying in the classroom with world class faculty and juris doctor students and attending guest lectures, field trips, social events, and networking opportunities. LL.M. students may also receive credit for related courses offered by other OU departments. Legendary professors including Richard Hemingway, Drew Kershen, Peter Krug, Victor Kulp, Eugene Kuntz, Maurice Merrill, Joe Rarick and Rennard Strickland have made the OU Law a national leader in energy, natural resources and indigenous peoples. Professors who continue this tradition include Owen Anderson (oil and gas law, oil and gas contracts and tax, international petroleum law and transactions), Monica Erhman, joining the faculty Fall 2013 (Energy Law), Taiawagi Helton... [-]

Master in International and European Law

Palacky University
Campus Full time 2 years September 2017 Czech Republic Olomouc

Key features 2 years programme (3 semesters full-time/in-class courses + 1 semester of dissertation preparation) [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. Key features 2 years programme (3 semesters full-time/in-class courses + 1 semester of dissertation preparation) state-accredited Master´s degree programme possibility to spend part of the study at one of our 40 Erasmus+ Partner institutions close contact with professors and stimulating environment scholarship opportunities for outstanding students The programme is: modern and unique … it prepares students to reflect and critically analyse current legal and political trends of international and European law it provides a challenging and innovative focus on both International and European law and their mutual interaction comprehensive … it addresses a whole range of general as well as specific topics and profoundly examines their interaction it offers students an inclusive knowledge of crucial subjects, fosters their critical thinking and enhances practical legal skills tailored and specialised … it enables students to choose from a broad range of elective and optional courses it allows students to develop new levels of creativity in cross-cutting areas of the law (e.g. human rights protection; environmental law, institutional law) student-oriented … it is a medium sized programme with convenient study groups that stimulate interaction among students and Faculty it offers a number of scholarships for qualifying students (read more) it provides the guidance of an advisor who to assist with organization of academic and other activities it includes a wide variety of support services (read more) and extracurricular activities (read more) internationally oriented … it offers a unique, rewarding and stimulating international climate as it welcomes students from... [-]

Executive Master of European and International Business Law E.M.B.L.-HSG

Executive M.B.L.HSG, University of St. Gallen
Online & Campus Combined Part time 18 months Open Enrollment Switzerland St.Gallen USA Cambridge New York Zurich Germany Frankfurt am Main Belgium Brussels Austin China Shanghai Japan Tokyo Luxembourg + 14 more

– Strong generalist knowledge and skills in European and international business law – Nine modules in Europe, the United States and Asia – Continue working throughout the entire program – In English – For lawyers and non-lawyers – More than 20 years of experience – Academic title of “Executive Master of European and International Business Law E.M.B.L.-HSG” [+]

The Executive M.B.L.-HSG - recently listed among the most innovative law programs by the Financial Times - is built upon the concept of a flying classroom and a global faculty. In nine attendance modules, leading experts from three continents will provide you with theoretical and practical knowledge directly applicable in your professional working life. Module 1 - St.Gallen The Notion of Business Law and Economic Law Module 2 - Zurich Finance Module 3 – Frankfurt a. M. M&A Module 4 - Luxembourg Lobbying & Litigation Module 5 - Brussels Competition Law & Economics Module 6 - New York International Taxation Module 7 - Shanghai Law & Business in China Module 8 - Tokyo Law & Business in Japan Module 9 - Austin IT & Energy Law Supplementary Module - Harvard Negotiation For their master theses, candidates analyze a current problem in European or international business law. Topics are proposed by the faculty, or students may choose their own. More information and online application at www.mbl.unisg.ch Program start date & Application deadline The Executive M.B.L.-HSG offers rolling admission and course start. This means that candidates are able to choose the start date to match their personal schedule. The application deadline is one month prior to module start. Early application is recommended since places are limited. Tuition The fee for tuition is CHF 38.500.–. [-]

LLM European Law

Utrecht University
Campus Full time 1 year September 2017 Netherlands Utrecht

Our LLM programme in European Law, taught entirely in English, will immerse you in this challenging and dynamic field while opening up many new opportunities to you both during and after your programme. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. Today’s Europe demands lawyers who possess a thorough mastery of European law. The European Union increasingly affects all areas of law and the national legal systems of its Member States have reached a high level of integration. Our LLM programme in European Law, taught entirely in English, will immerse you in this challenging and dynamic field while opening up many new opportunities to you both during and after your programme. It provides a thorough grounding in European law, covering areas such as internal market law, competition law, social law, judicial protection, human rights law, criminal law, and public law. Our unique programme will help you build both substantive and institutional knowledge of European law while giving you an opportunity to analyse European law in relation to the legal systems of the Member States. The flexibility of this programme means that you will be able to focus on areas of personal interest. For example, you may choose to take a specialisation or courses from our other master’s programmes to create a custom minor. This programme is taught by a team of renowned scholars with extensive professional experience in the field of European law. It is also highly international and welcomes students from all over the world each year. THE PROGRAMME Learning by doing is key to this programme and, as such, knowledge and understanding gained through theoretical modules is complemented by training in legal analysis, argumentation, and research. Your professors take a supportive role in this... [-]

LL.M. International and European Business Law

Trinity College Dublin
Campus Full time 1 year September 2017 Ireland Dublin

This course is designed for graduates who wish to specialise in business law with a view to pursuing their research interests in this field or in preparing to work in busy international commercial firms or legal practice. [+]

Programme Overview This course is designed for graduates who wish to specialise in business law with a view to pursuing their research interests in this field or in preparing to work in busy international commercial firms or legal practice. Students choose from a large list of modules designed to deepen their knowledge of the laws surrounding corporate law, international trade law, international dispute resolution, international business tax law and more. Students on this LL.M. programme gain invaluable specialist knowledge. Programme Structure The LL.M. (International and European Business Law) is taught over a period of one academic year, commencing in September. The year is divided into two semesters during each of which students are required to take three modules. Each module is offered in one semester only and involves 22 hours of classwork. Various forms of assessment are utilised in the different modules. Where modules are assessed by way of examination, s the examinations are scheduled at the end of each semester, in January and April/May. Students may be required to take Supplemental examinations in late August/early September. In addition, all students must complete a research dissertation over the academic year on an approved theme under the supervision of a member of the School's academic staff. These dissertations must be submitted on or before the end of June. Programme Outcomes Having successfully completed this programme, students should be able to: Identify, evaluate and synthesise jurisprudential theories and concepts as they apply to international and business law at a level appropriate to... [-]

MASTER OF LAWS IN CROSS-BORDER BUSINESS AND FINANCE LAW IN ASIA (LLM)

Singapore Management University
Campus Full time 1 year August 2018 Singapore

This LLM programme prepares students to advise on cross-border legal matters in the Asia region. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. The rise of Asian economies has fuelled demand for legal services in the region, especially in terms of structuring cross-border deals as well as dealing with transnational disputes. The aim of this LLM programme is to expose students to a broad range of legal issues in Asia are likely to encounter so that they will be better prepared to advise on cross-border matters in the region. Areas of study LLM courses are taught by a team of distinguished faculty members in SMU’s characteristic seminar-style and conducted exclusively for LLM students in small-size classes. A holistic approach to assessment is adopted – this includes class participation, research papers, group presentations and the final examination (which typically accounts for no more than 50% of the overall grade). Students can expect to immerse themselves in rigorous legal research and intellectual discourse, whilst, at the same time, forge close personal relationships with their peers and instructors. List of Prescribed Courses Law of Mergers and Acquisitions International Business Law: An Asian Perspective Trusts and Wealth Management in Singapore and Hong Kong Financial Regulation in Singapore, Hong Kong and Greater China Foreign Investment Law in Asia Beyond the Law: Regulatory Mechanisms in Cross-border Issues in the Asian Context List of Electives* Choose 2 from: Chinese Contract Law Business Defamation: Asian and Comparative Perspectives Islamic Law and Finance in Asia Intellectual Property Law and Policy: International and Asian Perspectives Commercial Conflict of Laws Asian and Global Trends in Information Technology Law Law... [-]

LLM FOR FOREIGN LAW SCHOOL GRADUATES

SMU Dedman School of Law
Campus Full time 1 year August 2018 USA Dallas

A primary goal of the LL.M. for Foreign Law School Graduates program is to provide law students with an understanding of the United States legal system, give a frame of reference for dealing with transnational business and legal interests, offer an appreciation of the role of law in national and internal development and equip them with the analysis and problem-solving skills needed to meet the complex demands of the world. [+]

The LL.M. degree for Foreign Law School Graduates is a one- year, full-time program for students who hold a basic law degree from a recognized international law school. Students enrolled in this degree program must complete 24 credit hours including the required two-credit course in Perspectives of the American Legal System. The remaining courses are elective and offer a wide range of choices. Students have the freedom to choose from a wide array of classes and can design their LL.M. degree to meet their needs and goals in studying in the United States. Students desiring to take a bar examination in Texas, New York or California can take classes required to qualify to sit for those exams. Other students may want to specialize in international studies or in other areas of the law. A primary goal of the program is to enhance the international student's legal skills so that he or she may become a more effective lawyer and member of society. In this respect the program seeks to develop: an appreciation of the role of law in national and international development the ability to identify, through comparative and international studies, policy considerations of various legal rules an appreciation of the role of the lawyer in social and economic change legal analysis and problem solving abilities to enable the student to meet the complex needs of our modem world a basic understanding of the U.S. legal system, as studied from a comparative perspective a frame of reference for dealing with... [-]

Master in International and European Law

University of Wroclaw - Faculty of Law, Administration and Economics
Campus Full time 2 years October 2017 Poland Wrocław

LLM International & European Law - Graduate will possess skills and general knowledge in the area of dogmatic disciplines of International and European law. Depending on the specialization selected, the graduate will receive specialist knowledge and skills relevant to the profile of activities undertaken by entities operating in the area of international commercial trade or engaged in various aspects of human rights protection in the international domain. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. Faculty of Law, Administration and Economics at the University of Wroclaw, with its roots at the beginning of the 16th century and Alma Mater of 9 Nobel Prize winners, has the honour to welcome you to LLM International and European Law, two years' Master program with specialisations: International Business Law Modern Human Rights Law. Upon completion of the second cycle programme LLM International & European Law, the graduate will possess skills and general knowledge in the area of dogmatic disciplines of International and European law. Depending on the specialization selected, the graduate will receive specialist knowledge and skills relevant to the profile of activities undertaken by entities operating in the area of international commercial trade or engaged in various aspects of human rights protection in the international domain. Graduates of LLM International & European Law are prepared to undertake employment in all domestic and international organizations (public and non-public) requiring basic knowledge from the legal sciences. Graduates possess interpersonal skills and the capacity to communicate during decision processes, as well as to perform the role of negotiator, mediator and arbitrator in conflict resolution processes based on both domestic and international law. Graduates also acquire skills vital for commencing commercial activity in the international aspect. Effective functioning in the highly competitive environment of contemporary commercial relations requires knowledge of elements of intellectual property law, economics, and specific areas of legal science specific to the profile of a given enterprise. Program Curriculum Entry Requirements To gain entry... [-]

LL.M. in American Law

University of Missouri School of Law
Campus Full time 1 year September 2017 USA Columbia

The Mizzou LL.M. in American Law provides an introduction to the American legal system and U.S. legal practice for students who earned their first degree in law outside the United States. [+]

The LL.M. degree program consists of 24 credits hours of study and can normally be completed in a year, although a part-time option is available for domestic students in the LL.M. in Dispute Resolution program.   

The highly-selective nature of the programs allows students to individualize their plan of study in light of their specific needs and interests. Applicants come from a variety of walks of life and from a wide array of countries.

LL.M. in American Law

The Mizzou LL.M. in American Law provides an introduction to the American legal system and U.S. legal practice for students who earned their first degree in law outside the United States.

Beyond the 6 credit hours of required courses – introduction to U.S. law, professional responsibility, and legal research and writing – students can customize their study in fields such as intellectual property, commercial law, international law, environmental law, and employment law.... [-]

LL.M. for Foreign Law Graduates

Albany Law School
Campus Full time Part time August 2018 USA Albany

The law school offers a rigorous curriculum with a rich history of excellence. Students will be joining a community of distinguished faculty, focused and determined students, and a network of accomplished alumni that can provide mentorship, internships, and potential employment. Located in the heart of New York state’s capital, the law school has educated leaders since 1851. With 10,400 alumni practicing across the country, this powerful network provides a community of opportunity for its students. An affiliation agreement with University at Albany includes shared programs, and access for students and faculty to learn from one another. The law school has a proven history of launching brilliant careers throughout the region, the nation and internationally. Presidents, CEOs, financial executives, and business owners credit their Albany Law School experience for their success. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. Academic Requirements The law school offers a rigorous curriculum with a rich history of excellence. Students will be joining a community of distinguished faculty, focused and determined students, and a network of accomplished alumni that can provide mentorship, internships, and potential employment. Located in the heart of New York state’s capital, the law school has educated leaders since 1851. With 10,400 alumni practicing across the country, this powerful network provides a community of opportunity for its students. An affiliation agreement with University at Albany includes shared programs, and access for students and faculty to learn from one another. The law school has a proven history of launching brilliant careers throughout the region, the nation and internationally. Presidents, CEOs, financial executives, and business owners credit their Albany Law School experience for their success. To insure compliance with the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals, the LL.M. degree at Albany Law School consists of 27 credit hours of coursework that must be completed with 24 months of matriculation. Required courses are: Legal Profession Legal Research and Writing Constitutional Law, Federal Civil Procedure, or New York Practice I. The program also requires LL.M. candidates to take Advanced Legal Analysis. Advanced Legal Analysis is a specially designed course that covers bar examination topics including contracts, criminal law/criminal procedure, torts, constitutional law, property, and evidence. Students are assigned problems and exercises that are in the same format as bar questions and receive written feedback designed to make them... [-]

LLM Master in International and European Law

Institute for European Studies (IES), Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Campus Full time 1 year September 2017 Belgium Brussels

The LLM in International and European law is a one-year 60 ECTS Advanced Master's degree. It is a demanding day course which is composed of compulsory courses and two specialisation options: Public Law or Business Law. Students also have to carry out legal research as part of their thesis (worth 18 ECTS credits). [+]

The LLM in International and European law at the Institute for European Studies (IES) of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel
(VUB) has been an internationally renowned programme
for over 40 years. Created in 1971 as the Programme on international and Legal Cooperation (PILC), it is one of the most established LLMs of its kind.

The programme offers each year a selection of 40 international post graduate students a demanding and versatile curriculum that opens fascinating career paths in European and international legal affairs. The programme has for 40 years been successful in combining academic rigour with the latest practical insights and cultural diversity. International audits and the leading positions of its graduates in various international organisations attest to the programme's excellence.... [-]

LLM in United States and Global Legal Studies

Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Campus Full time 1 year August 2018 USA Cleveland

Focus on U.S. law, with flexible curriculum, best LL.M. preparation for a U.S. bar exam. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. The Master of Laws (LL.M.) in U.S. and Global Legal Studies is a general LL.M. program with the goal to give foreign lawyers a grounding in U.S. law. We tailor the curriculum to the background and interests of each student. Because the curriculum is flexible, we advise LLMs preparing for a U.S. bar exam to choose the LL.M. in U.S. and Global Legal Studies with classes in bar-tested subjects. The one-year program requires full-time attendance and 24 credit hours of course credits. Required Courses - U.S. Contract Law for LL.M. (3) - U.S. Legal Writing (2) - U.S. Scholarly Legal Writing (1) - Foreign Graduate Seminar (1, fall) + (1, spring) Certification Programs LL.M. students in the U.S. and Global Legal Studies program also can earn a certificate of concentration along with the LL.M. degree in the following areas: - Criminal Law - Health Law - Intellectual Property - International Business Law - Public International Law Eligibility Candidates must have a foreign university level degree in law and a TOEFL score of 90 or IELTS of 6.5. Candidates whose TOEFL or IELTS scores do not meet the criteria, but otherwise have excellent academic and professional credentials, may be granted conditional admission with additional English language study, at ELS Cleveland located on the CWRU campus and/or completion of our Summer Language and Law Institute. Candidates who have degrees in related fields are also welcome to enroll. [-]

Master of Laws (LLM) for Foreign-Trained Lawyers

University of Pittsburgh - School of Law (PittLaw)
Campus Full time Part time 1 year September 2017 USA Pittsburgh + 1 more

The Master of Laws (LLM) degree provides foreign law graduates with critical training in the common law legal tradition and the U.S. legal system during an academic year at the University of Pittsburgh, located in Pittsburgh's vibrant Oakland neighborhood. [+]

The Master of Laws (LLM) degree provides foreign law graduates with critical training in the common law legal tradition and the U.S. legal system during an academic year at the University of Pittsburgh, located in Pittsburgh's vibrant Oakland neighborhood. Pitt Law’s LLM program provides lawyers who have completed their law degree outside the United States with an opportunity to study the common law legal tradition and the U.S. legal system in the United States. Structure Students must complete a minimum of 24 credits to graduate. The program is completed in one academic year from August to May. Part-time admission is considered on a case-by-case basis. The CILE Academic Director, Executive Director and Program Administrator take an active role in personally counselling each LLM student on their course choices, helping you to plan a course of study that is uniquely tailored to your personal needs. Required Courses Introduction to American Law (3 credits) U.S. Legal Analysis And Writing (2 credits each semester; 2 semesters required) LLM Colloquium (1 credit) Electives For electives, choose from the wide range of courses offered to Pitt Law JD students. Writing Requirement - Choose one of the following: Independent Study (2 credits) Seminar Courses (Usually 3 credits-various courses are offered each semester) Personalized support With a relatively small class (averaging 15 to 25 LLM students each year), we provide each student with individual advice, guidance and support. Full integration with the JD student body Other than two required LLM-only classes, you will take all of your... [-]

Master in European Legal Studies and International Economic Law

Saint Petersburg State University
Campus Full time 2 years September 2017 Russia St. Petersburg

The master program European Legal Studies and International Economic Law brings together different approaches to law and jurisdiction which is ensured by combining contributions of St. Petersburg University and University of Hamburg, as well as lawyers from Germany and Russia. [+]

LL.Ms in National Law Studies. Overview The master program European Legal Studies and International Economic Law brings together different approaches to law and jurisdiction which is ensured by combining contributions of St. Petersburg University and University of Hamburg, as well as lawyers from Germany and Russia. The program focuses on the European law, models of European integration, European competition law, intellectual property law, economic aspects of business organization, legal and economic aspects of business activities, business organization in terms of institutional economics and management, European and Russian tax law, finance and management in European and international context, including EU stock markets, EU company law, international trade law, and foreign trade law in Russian to name but a few. Upon graduation students receive a joint master certificate, a joint transcript of records and a joint diploma supplement which are recognized as equally valid, thus equipping graduates with the best of the diverse range of opportunities for employment in Russian, EU and international companies. The program allows to learn legal German and English. Programme outline Compulsory courses: Legal and economic aspects of business organization Legal and Economic Aspects of Competition Law and Policy and the Protection of Intellectual Property The EU as a Political Community European and International Company Law & Legal and Economic Aspects of Labour Relations The EU as a Legal Community Legal and Economic Aspects of Cross-Border Capital Markets and Business Activities German WTO Law (in English) Law of Foreign Trade (in English) Distinctive Features of the Different Branches... [-]