Program Overview

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Master of Laws (LLM) and Concentration in Notarial Law

The University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law offers a Master of Laws (LLM) degree with a concentration in Notarial Law. This program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of notarial law.

Program Overview

The LLM with a concentration in Notarial Law is a joint endeavor of the Common Law and Civil Law Sections. The program is offered in English and French, and occasionally in both languages. Students may complete their graduate studies while learning about Canada's other legal and linguistic traditions.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the LLM program, applicants must have an undergraduate law degree from a Canadian university or an equivalent foreign law degree. Candidates must have completed their undergraduate law degree with an average of at least 70% (B), calculated in accordance with graduate studies guidelines. Particular attention is paid to relevant legal experience, prior research, and letters of reference.

Program Requirements

The LLM with a concentration in Notarial Law is a 24-unit program that can be completed in two years (full-time) or four years (part-time). The program consists of the following components:

• Coursework: 18 units of coursework, including 12 units of required courses and 6 units of elective courses.
• Research Paper: A research paper (6 units) on a topic related to notarial law.

Coursework

The required courses for the LLM with a concentration in Notarial Law are:

• DCL 5501: Méthodologie de la recherche juridique (3 units)
• DCL 5521: Initiation ŕ la rédaction d'actes et ŕ la profession notariale (3 units)
• DCL 5522: Stage de droit notarial (3 units)
• DCL 5523: Publicité des droits et propriété (3 units)
• DCL 5524: Relations familiales (3 units)
• DCL 5525: Négociation et transferts de propriété (3 units)
• DCL 5526: Engagements financiers (3 units)
• DCL 5527: Décčs et transmission des biens (3 units)
• DCL 5528: Examen des titres immobiliers (3 units)
• DCL 5529: Droit des sociétés et baux commerciaux (3 units)
• DCL 5532: Droit notarial approfondi I (3 units)
• DCL 5533: Droit notarial approfondi II (3 units)

Research Paper

The research paper (6 units) is a critical component of the LLM program. Students must submit a research proposal and have it approved by the program director before commencing their research.

Language of Instruction

Courses are offered in English or French, and occasionally in both languages. Students may complete their graduate studies in either language.

Financial Support

The University of Ottawa offers various forms of financial support to graduate students, including internal scholarships, external scholarships, and teaching assistantships.

Research at the University of Ottawa

The University of Ottawa is a leading research institution in Canada, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research and collaboration. The Faculty of Law is committed to advancing knowledge and understanding in the field of law, and students have access to a wide range of research resources and opportunities.

Research at the Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law has a strong research culture, with faculty members engaged in a wide range of research projects and initiatives. Students have opportunities to work with faculty members on research projects, and to develop their own research skills and interests.

Facilities, Research Centres, and Institutes

The Faculty of Law is home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Human Rights Research and Education Centre, the Centre for Law, Technology and Society, and the IUCN Academy of Environmental Law. These centers and institutes provide students with access to a wide range of research resources and opportunities.

Particular Regulations

The LLM program is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies at the University of Ottawa. Students must comply with all relevant regulations and requirements, including those related to coursework, research, and language proficiency.

Duration of the Program

The LLM program with a concentration in Notarial Law can be completed in two years (full-time) or four years (part-time).

Status

The program is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.

Time Limit

The time limit for completion of the LLM program is four years (full-time) or six years (part-time).

Minimum Standards

The passing grade in all courses is C+. Students who fail two courses (equivalent to 6 units) or the research proposal must withdraw from the program.

Courses in Other Faculties

With the approval of the Assistant Dean of Graduate Studies in Law, a candidate may be allowed to take a limited number of graduate courses in other faculties.

Minimum Requirements

To be awarded the LLM degree, students must complete all program requirements, including coursework and the research paper, and maintain a minimum average of 70% (B) in all courses.