Program Overview

Law Program Overview

The Law program at Case Western Reserve University is a 24-credit LLM degree program designed for U.S.-trained lawyers seeking additional education and experience in a specialized area of law. This degree is ideal for lawyers looking to shift to a new field of law, restart their career, or supplement their current practice.

Program Structure

The program can be completed full-time in nine months or part-time in up to four years. Students also have the option to combine the LLM with another graduate degree as part of a dual-degree program.

Tracks

Students can choose from the following tracks:

• Intellectual Property Law: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
• International Business Law: academic analysis and practical applications of U.S. business law and international business transactions
• International Criminal Law: practice international criminal law before international tribunals or national courts
• International Law: learn about the legal systems of countries and regions relevant to career plans

Courses and Schedule

Courses are offered at the law school throughout the day, including limited late-afternoon, evening, and summer options.

Beyond the Classroom

Located on a beautiful university campus surrounded by world-class cultural institutions, Case Western Reserve is a small, personal law school. The university offers service and leadership opportunities, resources for health, wellness, and personal identity, and more.

Admissions Details

Admission to the program requires:

• A completed online application
• A Juris Doctor degree in law
• Submission of transcripts and two letters of recommendation

International students can explore admission criteria for the LLM program designed specifically for them.

Program Recognition

The program is recognized for its excellence, ranked #13 in International Law by U.S. News & World Report and #14 in Practical Training by preLaw Magazine.

Campus Location

The law school is located in Adelbert Hall, Suite 14, 2040 Adelbert Road, Cleveland, OH 44106.

Dual Degree Programs

The university offers various dual degree programs across its schools, including:

• Anthropology MA/PhD Dual Degree
• Anthropology/Medicine Dual Degree (MA/MD)
• Art History and Museum Studies/Law Dual Degree (MA/JD)
• And many more across different schools and disciplines.

Areas of Interest

Students can explore various areas of interest, including but not limited to:

• Nonprofit Management
• Social Work
• Business Analytics and Intelligence
• Supply Chain Management
• And numerous other fields across the university's colleges and schools.