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Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center Master of Law (LL.M.) in U.S. Legal Studies

Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

Master of Law (LL.M.) in U.S. Legal Studies

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    About: The Master of Law (LL.M.) in U.S. Legal Studies offers students an in-depth understanding of the U.S. legal system and its practices. This program is designed for individuals with a law degree from outside the U.S. who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in U.S. law. The curriculum covers various legal topics aimed at preparing international students for success in an increasingly globalized legal environment.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various areas such as international law, corporate law, or compliance. Potential roles include legal consultant, compliance officer, and legal advisor in multinational firms or organizations.

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Introduction

This program gives graduates of foreign law schools a significant exposure to U.S. laws and policy. Satisfactory completion of 27 credits is required. Two courses are required, Introduction to the U.S. Legal System and Legal Methods for Foreign Lawyers. Five non-required survey courses designed just for LLM students are offered each year, condensations of courses that are offered in the first year of the J.D. program. Otherwise, students take courses from the rich J.D. curriculum. Students are also permitted to audit one course per semester. Students who excel in the LLM program may be considered for transfer to the J.D. program. Graduates of the program may qualify to take the New York bar examination.

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