Overview
The LLM in American Legal Studies is designed as a general overview of the legal system in the United States and is intended for foreign-trained lawyers who wish to become eligible to take the bar exam in the United States.
The program is 24 credits and may be attended full or part-time. Upon completion, students may be eligible to sit for the bar exam in Washington, California, and several other states.
- 24 credits
- Fall or Spring Semester Start
- Full Time (9-12 months) or Part Time (18-24 months)
Curriculum
American Legal Studies LLM students will be able to take courses including, but not limited to, the following:
- Introduction to the American Legal System
- Legal Research & Writing
- Bar Exam Strategies and Skills
- Constitutional Law
- Civil Procedure
- Professional Responsibility
Students may choose the remaining credits from the first year curriculum and other electives courses in consultation with their academic advisor.
