LL.M Program Of Study

LL.M CURRICULUM

The Western State Master of Laws (LL.M) in American Law is a one-year, full-time program in which foreign attorneys, academics, and judges can gain a foundational understanding of the American legal system that will enhance their global practice. If LLM students meet all of the requirements set by the California State Bar, the LLM degree will position them to be able to sit for the California bar exam. (Students may be eligible to take the bar exam in other states. Students are responsible for determining eligibility and requirements for any other jurisdiction.)

In this in-person program, international professionals are integrated into Western State’s rigorous J.D. classes where they learn alongside American law students how to analyze legal questions and advocate for clients in the American legal system.

The program of study for the LL.M program requires a minimum of 26 units and is designed to be completed in two semesters of full-time study. The curriculum includes 13 required units in the fall, and 4 required units in the spring combined with 3 elective courses selected by students.

Courses are taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their fields and who will challenge students to think critically and creatively.