Master of Laws (LL.M.) Programs
Our Master of Laws (LL.M.) degree program is specifically designed for working professionals with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or a first degree in law from a foreign university who wish to develop a specialization in a particular area of law. Offered in a flexible online format for working professionals, our programs have three start dates throughout the year, require 24 credits, and can be completed in as little as one year. There is no entrance exam requirement, and you can choose to take classes on a full- or part- time basis.
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Choose Your Program
Career-relevant tracks allow you to align your legal studies with opportunities in your industry. You can choose to pursue tracks with an emphasis in:
Available Tracks:
Intellectual Property – 100% Online
24 credits | 3 hours core courses, 21 hours specialized elective courses
The Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property provides advanced study in one of the most complex and influential areas of modern law. Intellectual property serves as the foundation for innovation, creativity, and global commerce. Through rigorous coursework and specialized training, this program prepares attorneys to engage with the legal and policy frameworks that protect and advance intellectual property worldwide.
International Tax Law and Policy – 100% Online
24 credits | 3 hours core courses, 21 hours specialized elective courses
Built for individuals who hold a first law degree, the LL.M. in International Tax Law combines an up-to-date legal education with real-world skills you need to tackle international taxation legal complexities from a data-management and risk analysis perspective. Offered in a flexible online format, this program prepares you to handle complex issues, including transfer pricing, tax risk management, and international taxation & treaties.
Risk Management and Compliance – 100% Online
24 credits | 3 hours core courses, 21 hours specialized elective courses
The Master of Laws degree with an emphasis in Risk Management is built for individuals who hold a first law degree. It combines a legal education with real-world skills to prepare for a successful career in the risk management industry. You’ll build the expertise you need to identify, analyze, and respond to the ever-changing nature of risk. Create your own career-relevant track that aligns with your professional goals.
Wealth Management – 100% Online
24 credits | 3 hours core courses, 21 hours specialized elective courses
The online LL.M. in Wealth Management helps you develop the expertise you need to guide your high-wealth clients through a range of wealth management complexities. Offered in a flexible online format, this program prepares lawyers for leadership opportunities that call for a mastery of wealth management as it relates to law. Build your own curriculum choosing from areas of study such as estate and wealth planning and income tax financial planning.