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Master of Laws, LLM

Expand your legal knowledge

A one-year Master of Laws (LLM) degree program is for people who want to expand their legal knowledge or specialize in a legal field. With more than 250 unique courses to choose from each year, the 24-credit graduate LLM program is customized to meet your career goals with an emphasis on popular areas of study.

We also offer an LLM in Biotechnology and Genomics and an LLM in Tribal Policy, Law and Government.

The LLM program is flexible, with fall and spring starts and full-time and part-time options. In order to be admitted to the LLM program, you must have completed a JD degree or a law degree at a foreign institution that would qualify you to practice law.

Quick facts

Next start date: August 2024


Total credit hours: 24

Unique courses: 250

Popular emphases: 12

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Master of Laws degree emphases

Why should you select an emphasis?

As a student of ASU Law, you have the opportunity to customize your degree to your area of interest. Take advantage of popular emphases listed below to fit your interests and career goals. Learn to practice legal principles in a variety of fields and be well-prepared to thrive within an evolving legal landscape across a variety of industries.