Case Western Reserve University School of Law
LLM in Intellectual Property LawCleveland, USA
DURATION
2 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Spring Semester - October 15
Key Summary
About : The LLM in Intellectual Property Law focuses on providing a comprehensive understanding of intellectual property rights, their legislation, and their impact in the modern world. It covers various aspects such as copyright, trademarks, and patents, equipping students with critical skills for effective analysis and application. The program is designed to be completed in one year full-time or two years part-time, allowing flexibility for working professionals.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in intellectual property law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies. They may also engage in policy-making, consultancy, or academia, contributing to the evolution of intellectual property practices and compliance in an increasingly digital landscape.
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Introduction
This program is best for students interested in the doctrine and policy of U.S. intellectual property law, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
Admissions
Curriculum
Required Courses
Required Credits: 24
- Patent Law (3) - Fall
- Copyright (3) - Fall
- Trademark Law (3) - Spring
- U.S. Contract Law for LLM (3) – Fall or Spring
- Foreign Graduate Seminar (2) - Fall or Spring
- U.S. Legal Research, Writing and Analysis (2) - Fall or Spring
Elective Courses
In addition to the required courses above, students pursuing the LLM in Intellectual Property Law must complete 8 credits (for a total of 24) from the list of elective courses below.
Fall
- Business Associations (4) – Fall or Spring
- Commercial & Intellectual Property Management (3) – Fall
- Doing Business in the U.S.A. (3) – Fall
- International Intellectual Property (2) - Fall
- Patent Preparation and Prosecution 1 (2) – Fall
- U.S. Scholarly Legal Writing (1) - Fall or Spring
Spring
- Cyberlaw (2) - Spring
- Entering the Profession (2) - Spring
- Intellectual Property & Dealmaking (2) - Spring
- Music Industry, Law of (2) - Spring
- Patent Preparation and Prosecution 2 (2) – Spring
- Professional Responsibility for LLMs (2) – Spring
- Representation of Professional Athlete (2) - Spring