Business Law Track

Where Law means Business.

Oregon Law's LLM Business Law Track is where you can gain expertise in the areas that law intersects with business-- finance, entrepreneurship, estate planning, green business initiatives, intellectual property, sports, and the tax code. Our courses introduce you to a wide array of topics such as contracts, business associations, intellectual property, start-ups, bankruptcy, in-house counsel work, and tax.

Careers

As an international business lawyer you’ll have a skill set that includes analytical abilities, strength in research and writing, and knowledge of the difference in the world’s legal systems and learn how these are embedded in international business concepts. With an LLM in Business Law from Oregon Law, you may find yourself working in positions at the regional, national, or international level.

Common careers in this field include:

  • Commercial Litigator
  • Corporate Counsel
  • Securities Law Advisor
  • Tax Law Advisor
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney
  • Customs and Trade Advisor

Academics

LLM General Requirements (Assigned courses or projects in every track)

LLM Advanced Persuasive Legal Writing

  • Required for students who hold law degrees from a non-US institution

Introduction to American Law and Practice

  • Required for students who hold law degrees from a non-US institution

 

Track-specific Requirements:

Examples of Business Law Track-Specific Courses: 

  • LAW 620 - Business Associations
  • LAW 626 - Mergers and Acquisitions  
  • LAW 636 - Secured Transactions
  • LAW 637 - Trusts & Estates

For more information on track-specific requirements and courses for LLM Business Law, please contact Hadley Underwood at hadleyu@uoregon.edu.