Prepare for a Bar Exam
The LL.M. program strives to equip internationally trained lawyers with highly focused expertise and the necessary preparation to expand their career options, which includes preparing for a state bar exam, practicing law in the U.S or with American firms in global offices.
While completing a Master of Laws degree does not automatically qualify students to sit for the bar exam in many states, it supports their journey to working as a lawyer in some states. In New York, California, and Texas, earning an LL.M. degree, along with fulfilling additional criteria, allows international attorneys with a non-U.S. law degree to sit for a bar exam.
Students interested in practicing in the U.S. are responsible for reviewing the eligibility requirements for the state bar exam they wish to take and prepare accordingly. Academic advisors are available to assist students in tailoring their curriculum to meet their professional goals and interests.