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.
Consider Maryland Carey Law’s LLM specializations in business law, cybersecurity law, health law, environmental law, intellectual property law, and other areas. The law school is part of the University's Graduate Campus in Baltimore, Maryland, with easy access to Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York.
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.
Queen Mary University of London’s School of Law, internationally renowned by academics and practitioners as offering a first class LLM Programme with 20+ 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.
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.
Berkeley Law is one of the top law schools in the U.S. Berkeley Law offers 2 ways to earn the LL.M. degree, over an academic year (LL.M. traditional track), or over a flexible timeline, taking advantage of a full academic summer semester and part-time online semesters (LL.M. executive track).
Berkeley Law is located in the beautiful California Bay Area, close to Silicon Valley, San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Hong Kong is an international financial, trade, and investment center on the doorstep of China. The Faculty of Law of The Chinese University of Hong Kong recognizes the regional and international demand for first rate practice-oriented legal training in light of globalization of the world's markets. The Chinese University of Hong Kong offers three LLM programmes taught (in English) at the heart of Hong Kong's central business district. We welcome you to obtain further information on our website
The School of Law at SOAS University of London attracts students who want to make a difference. That's why SOAS alumni include lawyers, judges, politicians, businessmen/women and activists throughout the world.
The Law community at SOAS is built on distinguished expertise and a passion for how the law can positively affect the local, national and international stage.
The LL.M. in Environmental Law
Apr 23, 2007
The development and the future of specialized environmental LL.M. programs
Climate Change Buoys Environmental Law LL.M.s
Feb 20, 2020
Lawyers need resilience and problem solving skills to cope with the challenges that climate change presents
LL.M. Programs in Environmental Law: Shaping a Sustainable Future
Jul 17, 2023
Law students can play a pivotal role in shaping policies, advocating for conservation, and fostering a sustainable future.
Law Schools Place a Sharper Focus on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Sep 06, 2022
ESG and political questions can have huge ramifications for a firm’s image, its regulatory relationships and even its profitability
Specialized LL.M. Programs: Finding Your Niche
Sep 11, 2023
Focused LL.M. programs have risen to prominence, offering students a chance to delve far deeper into subjects from intellectual property to environmental law. We look at some of the many options.
Law Schools Mainstream Sustainability in the LL.M. Curriculum
Jan 05, 2023
Law schools are changing what they teach and are helping to change the way the world does business
How LL.M. Degrees are Embracing Sustainability and Social Justice
Feb 26, 2021
Student and employer demand is high for courses that tackle world problems
5 Questions About the US Energy Law Landscape—Bret Wells at UHLC
Jun 09, 2017
In the Trump era, what can LL.M. students expect going into a career in energy law?
Climate Change Boosts Demand for ESG Legal Expertise
Jan 27, 2022
The post-LL.M. job opportunities in ESG and sustainability are increasingly bright
How LL.M. Programs Foster Trust and Transparency
Jun 07, 2022
Law school training is evolving to focus on skills such as diplomacy and negotiation as demand grows for lawyers in areas such as sustainability and transnational business
Post-LL.M. Career Paths Diversify
May 25, 2022
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
LL.M. Programs in Energy Law
May 16, 2012
Specialized programs can acquaint lawyers with the unique aspects of this growing industry
LL.M. Programs in California: From Hollywood to the Redwoods
Aug 15, 2019
With beautiful deserts in the south and towering forests in the north, it’s no surprise that the diverse state of California is the number one in America for international students.
From National to Global: The Evolution of LL.M. Programs
Apr 12, 2024
As legal systems transcend borders, LL.M. programs are evolving to equip students with the skills needed for an interconnected world
Legal Clinics Help LL.M. Candidates Tackle Social and Environmental Challenges
Dec 30, 2022
Whether by representing a special-needs child or a wrongly convicted person, LL.M. students gain enormously from legal clinics
