258 Master's in Legal Studies in North America

The Justice Administration M.Sc. at the University of Louisville is a 36-credit online programme designed for legal professionals. This flexible degree can be completed in three semesters through accelerated 8-week terms. It focuses on ethics and social dynamics to prepare students for advanced leadership roles.

The Legal Studies program at the University of San Diego is designed for graduate students and professionals whose area of research or employment would benefit from further study of the legal system.

Given today’s complex regulatory environment, the demand is mounting for professionals in just about every industry who understand the intricacies of legal compliance. That’s why the Legal Studies (Online) program of Drexel University is designed to maximize your career potential and add value to your organization.

The Law and Justice programme offered by the Central Washington University is designed to serve two distinct groups: (1) those in a law and justice field with professional experience and (2) those without professional experience who aspire to a law and justice career or doctoral work.

Want to be a successful lawyer in the business world? We will help you speak the language. Whether working as in-house counsel, helping to launch a startup, or navigating a merger or acquisition, adding an JD - Business Administration degree from Western New England University can put you at a powerful advantage.

The Legal Studies offered by St. Mary's University is designed for those who do not wish to practice law, but are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the American legal system.

Master of Legal Studies in Taxation at University of San Francisco helps you build tax law expertise and jump start your career.

Designed for nonlawyers with a bachelor's degree, the online Master of Legal Studies program at Pepperdine University can be completed in as few as 16 months, and no GRE/LSAT scores are required to apply. Develop the fundamental legal skills needed to better execute your law-related responsibilities with Pepperdine Caruso School of Law, ABA accredited and ranked among the top 50 law schools. 

The Tribal Policy, Law, and Government LLM program from Arizona State University is designed for lawyers and law school graduates who desire to work on issues related to tribal law and federal Indian law at the professional and academic levels.

Tax law is complicated and getting more so. Working in this area requires a thorough understanding of all legal nuances. Join the Tax Law degree from Loyola University Chicago. 

The Master of Legal Studies from Cleveland State University (CSU) offers an exciting opportunity to enhance your career credentials by gaining applied legal knowledge without obtaining a law degree, sitting for the bar, or practicing law.

The Legal Studies MA course at American Public University offers you a better understanding of the law as it relates to your legal or non-legal career. It is not intended for practicing law, but rather to build upon your existing knowledge of the law by further expanding your comprehension of legal doctrines, legal concepts, and workplace legal issues. 

An alternative to the traditional three-year JD degree, the Law degree offered by The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law is designed as a flexible program for accomplished professionals who want to learn about the law in order to strengthen their professional skills. 

The Justice Management program at University of Nevada, Reno is the only one of its kind to have the majority of its courses offered completely online. This allows the course to select the faculty and students from all over the country. Students may earn their degree in a flexible, yet supportive, online environment.

The Law programme at The University of New Mexico is a 30-credit Master of Studies in Law designed for professionals and graduates. This postgraduate degree offers a condensed legal education through a flexible study mode. Students gain specialised expertise in the U.S. legal system without needing a full Juris Doctor.

The Criminology and Sociolegal Studies programme at the University of Toronto offers advanced multi-disciplinary research training. This Master's degree focuses on the administration of justice and social regulation. Delivered in a public study mode, it develops critical analytical skills over a standard full-time duration.

A professionally oriented program that provides you with foundational knowledge, critical perspectives and practical skills for advancing global human rights, the Human Rights Practice course from The University of Arizona is an accessible, fully online program. 

The JD-MBA Joint Degree at Villanova University is an intensive master level programme delivered in a public study mode. This dual qualification integrates legal and business expertise over three years of study. It equips students with the quantitative and analytical skills required to lead complex modern organisations.

The Law (JD) and Community and Regional Planning dual degree offered at University of Texas at Austin draws upon the resources of the two curricula with a view to developing professionals capable of dealing with both the legal and planning aspects of urban and regional policy problems. 

The Cross-Border Legal Studies at University at Buffalo is a specialised LLM programme designed for legal professionals. This postgraduate course focuses on the complexities of international law and global trade. Students can engage in full-time study at the Buffalo centre to advance their expertise in navigating global legal systems.