Among the most distinguished U.S. law schools, the University of Chicago is the only one which offers the combination of a small LL.M. program with a real sense of community among its students, a challenging academic experience both inside and outside the classroom and an exciting urban location in one of the great cities of the world.
Columbia Law School offers the J.D., the LL.M., the Executive LL.M. in Global Business Law and the J.S.D. In addition to the LL.M. program, Columbia Law School also offers the Executive LL.M. in Global Business Law. This accelerated hybrid learning program is designed for high-achieving, experienced lawyers ready to advance their careers, build a global network, and take the lead in complex cross-border transactions.
Oxford has the largest law faculty in the United Kingdom and is a leading centre for research. It also offers a range of Postgraduate courses covering all aspects of the law and legal scholarship: our oldest programme, the Bachelor of Civil Law; the Magister Juris, a companion programme to the BCL for those from a civil law background; and three more specialist programmes, the MSc in Law and Finance, the MSc in Criminology, and the MSc in Taxation (the latter a part-time programme).
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.
The master program "Digitalization and Law" builds on the legal knowledge already acquired and enables you to specialize in the field of digitalization. Students are taught knowledge in IT law, legal tech, artificial intelligence, computer science and data protection law, among others. Thus, you will acquire crucial expertise and additional qualifications compared to your competitors.
University of California College of the Law, San Francisco (UC Law SF, formerly known as UC Hastings), was established in 1878 as the first law department of the University of California system and remains a top-ranked law school in the US. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive academic curriculum and hands-on clinical legal education offerings. UC Law SF is home to nationally acclaimed legal centers focused on innovation and intellectual property, dispute resolution, and health policy.
The University of San Diego School of Law truly has "The Perfect Climate for Studying Law." Located in beautiful southern California, USD sits on a stunning campus overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Our renowned LLM programs offer many areas of specialization, including: Business & Corporate Law, Comparative Law, Criminal Law, Employment & Labor Law, Environmental & Energy Law, Intellectual Property, International Law, and Taxation.
The LL.M. (1 year postgraduate course leading to a Master of Laws [LL.M] degree) is offered by the Inst. for Int. Law, Intellectual Property and Technical Law/ Faculty of Arts, Humanities a. Soc. Science/ TU Dresden. The students spend the summer term in Dresden and the winter term also in Dresden or at one of our Partner Universities (Krakow/Exeter/London/Prague/Seattle/Strassbourg/Szeged/Tallinn/Tokyo).
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.
Vive la France: LL.M. Programs in the Country of Romance
Jun 08, 2016
France is a popular LL.M. destination for foreign law students who want EU legal and language experience in one of Europe's most famous cultures.
Are Law School Rankings Relevant for LL.M. Programs?
Oct 20, 2016
What law school rankings can tell prospective LL.M. students
Living an International Life in England
Mar 23, 2016
Students from all over the world are drawn to England to pursue their LL.M.s while learning legal English and gaining international expertise.
LLM GUIDE Focus on Student Life: New York City
Jul 01, 2006
Living and studying in a city that never sleeps
LLM GUIDE Focus on Student Life: California
Jul 04, 2009
Beyond the beaches: Essential information for California-bound LL.M. students.
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
Joint Law / MBA Programs: Law or Business? Why Not Both?
May 17, 2016
A small number of schools are offering students the opportunity to pursue an LL.M. or J.D. at the same time as an MBA.
5 Questions on Fashion Law—Susan Scafidi
Nov 13, 2017
Susan Scafidi, head of the Fashion Law Institute, talks to us about what actually goes into being a lawyer working in the industry, and how to break in.
5 Questions for an LL.M. Student - Nicolás Costábile
Sep 02, 2013
Queen Mary, University of London (QMUL), LL.M., 2012-13
LLM GUIDE Focus on Student Life: London
May 07, 2006
Some observations and tips about living in the bustling U.K. capital
Navigating the Maze of LL.M. Electives: How to Choose
Nov 14, 2023
How do you pick the electives that align with your career aspirations, strengths and interests?
Securing Post LL.M. Work Visas
May 27, 2019
An overseas LL.M. can provide the local knowledge and networks to land a local job. We’ve done the research on visa rules, so that you don’t have to
How an LL.M. Can Help you Pass US Bar Exams
Oct 18, 2019
Some law schools offer support for overseas lawyers who want to practice in America, but bar exam requirements and pass rates vary wildly between states
Juris Masters, MSLs and Beyond: Master of Laws Programs for Non-Law Graduates
Aug 21, 2017
What’s the difference between an LL.M. and a Juris Master? What about a Master of Studies in Law (MSL)? And who’s allowed to apply for what?
Extracurricular Activities Support Post-LLM Careers
Mar 16, 2022
From startup incubators to mooting competitions and academic journals, participating in extra activities during your LL.M. degree is essential
