U.S. Legal Studies LL.M.

New York is home to the world’s preeminent law firms and to leading attorneys in every practice area. It is the legal profession’s hub and heart. The LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies at St. John’s offers you these and many more keys to a rewarding legal career in New York and to the world of practice opportunities you can access as a New York lawyer. Our dedicated LL.M. career advisor helps students develop a professional network, develop job application materials, and prepare for interviews, for positions during their course of study and after graduation. Starting in the second semester, LL.M. students have the opportunity to intern for academic credit. Many students also take advantage of summer work opportunities.

Applicants should have already earned, or be in the process of earning, a first degree in law. Professional experience is beneficial, but not required. Transcripts - from all institutions you attended after high school, translated into English; Resume - 1-2 page summary of your education and work experience; Statement of Goals (Essay) - 250-500 words you write for this application about your background, professional goals, and how the LL.M. program relates to those goals; Writing Sample - 2-5 pages you have already written for school or work showing your legal/analytical writing ability.