American Law Track

Master US Law. Expand Your Global Reach.

Oregon Law's LLM American Law Track is designed for those who would like a greater understanding of the American legal system and its inner workings. It's the most flexible of the three LLM tracks, with the freedom to design a course of study that matches your personal goals and interests. 

Academics

Required Courses for Legal Scholars from Other Countries  

Introduction to American Law and Practice (3 credits, Fall Semester)

This short, mandatory, course introduces LLM students from outside of the United States to basic legal concepts, principles, and procedures on the American system of law. 

LLM Advanced and Persuasive Legal Writing (2 credits, Spring Semester)

This course seeks to improve students' knowledge of persuasive writing strategies and skills. 

Writing Requirement

All LLM students must complete a written comprehensive paper or project in connection with one of the required courses for their chosen track.  

Track-Specific Requirements

The American Law track has no additional requirements other than the general requirements listed above. The remaining credits are entirely elective, allowing you to craft a program that supports your professional objectives.

Sample of American Law Track-Specific Courses

(Students may choose from nearly all law school offerings, subject to prerequisites and JD restrictions.)

    •    Civil Procedure
    •    Business Associations
    •    Evidence
    •    Legal Profession
    •    Constitutional Law
    •    Intellectual Property 

If you are interested in taking the bar exam, we encourage you to align your course of study with the bar eligibility requirements and bar-tested subjects in the jurisdiction where you plan to sit for the bar. 

Careers

An American Law LLM opens doors worldwide. Graduates advise governments, corporations, and nonprofits on matters involving US law or cross-border transactions.

Career opportunities include:

  • International Litigator or Transactional Attorney
  • In-House Counsel for Global Companies
  • Policy Advisor or Government Counsel
  • Trade and Business Lawyer
  • Legal Educator / Law Professor

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