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International Graduate Law Programs

The first of our international law programs was established in 1957 by Professor Rafael C. Benitez (1918-1999), a renowned expert in international law. Currently we offer two internationally-oriented Master of Laws degrees: the International Law LL.M. and the Ocean and Coastal Law LL.M. All programs are open for both U.S. and foreign law graduates.

International Law LL.M. Program

The International Law program provides students with the background necessary to recognize, understand and manage problems arising in the international legal order, including those relating to international trade, investment, business, environmental problems, and the protection of human rights. Within the International Law LL.M, the School offers four specializations: U.S. and Transnational Law for Foreign Lawyers, International Arbitration, International Law and Inter-American Law. Foreign lawyers are required to take two courses: An Introduction to U.S. Law and Legal Research and Writing.

Specializations

The U.S. and Transnational Law for Foreign Lawyers

specialization is exclusively for foreign attorneys, providing a unique opportunity to continue the study of law in a context that emphasizes American common law and the impact of a global economy on American law. Students also engage in a comparative study of the U.S. legal system with that of the region where they earned their law degree.

International Arbitration

specialization provides theoretical and practical training to those interested in this field. Courses include Arbitral Proceedings Skills, International Commercial Arbitration and a course on the New York Convention.

Inter-American Law

specialization is designed to prepare students for a career in the inter-American legal field, exposing them to basic aspects of Latin American law and legal culture so they can more effectively service clients from that region and advise clients doing business in Latin America.

International Law

specialization exposes students to a broad background in public international law (both traditional public law and international economic law), comparative law, and international business transactions.

Ocean and Coastal Law LL.M. Program

The Ocean and Coastal Law program prepares the attorney to be a specialist in the domestic and international legal problems associated with the use and protection of the marine environment.

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