Master of Laws (LLM) in U.S. Law

About

The WashU Law Master of Laws (LLM) program is specifically designed for international lawyers who have earned their first law degree outside of the United States. This LLM program provides a fundamental understanding of the U.S. common law legal system, equipping students with the essential skills to research, write, and communicate effectively as a U.S. lawyer. It's an ideal pathway for those looking to expand their mastery of U.S. law, enhance their ability to represent clients with U.S. business dealings, or potentially qualify for a U.S. bar examination (such as the New York or California bar, with appropriate course selection). Students are required to complete Introduction to U.S. Law & Methods, Legal Research and Writing, and one of three options for their second course: Contracts, Property, or Torts. This foundational course explores how law is created, enacted, and changed in the United States. The objective is to learn to solve legal challenges and understand legal concepts with U.S. legal sources, methods, and institutions.   Elective courses allow students to focus their studies on areas that directly relate to their career goals. Electives are available in areas such as contracts, civil procedure, legal writing, corporate compliance, and intellectual property.

Career Path

Graduate careers includes U.S. Legal Consultant, International Arbitration Specialist, Corporate Counsel (U.S. Law Focus), Immigration Attorney (with bar eligibility), Compliance Officer, Legal Research Analyst, Contract Negotiation Specialist, Intellectual Property Advisor, Tax Law Consultant, Human Rights Advocate, International Trade Lawyer, Cross-Border Transactions Advisor, Global Legal Policy Analyst, Foreign Legal Associate (U.S. Law Expertise), Legal Liaison for Multinational Corporations, Legal Advisor for International Organizations, Public Policy Analyst, NGO Legal Program Manager, Legal Aid Advocate.