Message from the Director

Welcome to the Syracuse University College of Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.) program. In the belief in value of the international exchange of ideas, we are dedicated to welcoming students to this program from varied legal backgrounds and nations. Whether you are seeking a comprehensive overview of the American system of laws or seek to specialize in concentrated areas of course work, the LL.M. will provide you with that knowledge and expertise.

This program is exclusively available to graduates in law from foreign academic institutions or those who are otherwise licensed to practice law in their home jurisdictions. We seek people from diverse legal backgrounds, including corporate, government, private practice, judicial and academic.

In this one-year residential program, each student will take two basic foundational courses together. One to introduce the students to basics of the American Legal system and a second in Legal Writing with a third required research seminar of their choice. The remainder of the program allows the student to tailor their own experience in the LL.M. from among the superb and diverse courses offered at the College.

With a storied history of international engagement, Syracuse welcomes you to our University and to your discovery of American law.

Sincerely,

Professor Aviva Abramovsky