Laws (Global Legal Studies), LLM

The LLM program allows one year of post-JD study tailored to the scholarly and practice interests of participating students. The program draws on the unique focus of the international and transnational legal expertise in global health, the environment, human rights, trade and emerging technologies. The program emphasizes transdisciplinary study and links rigorous legal training with the research and scholarship drawn from political science, policy studies, anthropology and sustainability. Students can take a wide variety of courses on international topics, such as international environmental law, international human rights law and international institutions. These include business-related courses such as international contracts, international taxation, international commercial arbitration and international business transactions. Students who participate in externships gain practical experience that makes them more competitive for jobs at home and abroad. ASU Law can place every eligible enrolled student into an externship at organizations in Arizona or Washington, D.C., such as the U.S. State Department, the World Bank, International Rescue Committee, the Department of Homeland Security and Human Rights First. The opportunity for students to network with international decision-makers, opinion leaders and top practitioners is further amplified through ASU's large presence in Washington, D.C. Students can develop professionally by engaging with globally minded leaders in the legal, government and business communities. For instance, the Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations hosts events and other forums for select students to engage with prominent leaders and practitioners on trending international issues. More details: https://degrees.apps.asu.edu/masters-phd/major/ASU00/LAWLGLPLLM/laws-global-legal-studies-llm