Articles
Law Schools are Equipping LL.M. Students Before They Even Arrive
Jun 02, 2026
Recognizing the importance of the period between admission and arrival, law schools provide a wealth of information and resources to LL.M. candidates, including pre-sessional courses, reading material, and guidance through current students and alumni
How to Prepare for the Bar Exam, According to LL.M. Grads
May 28, 2026
Looking for the best way to study? Hear from a UC Davis LL.M. grad who passed the California bar exam about how she did it. Plus, international students share the extra requirements to keep in mind.
How International LL.M. Students Learn to Think and Argue in a New Language
May 26, 2026
International LL.M. students say reading and listening skills improve quickly, but speaking confidently in class and mastering legal writing often take much longer as they adapt to unfamiliar legal systems, terminology and modes of reasoning.
York University, University of Houston Share Tips to Avoid Burnout During an LL.M.
May 17, 2026
Feeling pressure from studying for the bar exam? York University and the University of Houston give advice on how to use campus resources to help support your mental health while dealing with the demands of an LL.M.
Boston University International Student Says This Is How to Find Contacts During Your LL.M. - Part 2
May 10, 2026
Networking isn’t just about rubbing shoulders but also about understanding cultural differences. Here’s how international LL.M. students from Boston University, Cornell and Stanford are expanding their contacts in their new home.
International Students at Boston University, Stanford Say This Is How to Network During Your LL.M. - Part 1
May 04, 2026
Students, including from Cornell, share their tips on how to find the right resources to make valuable contacts in a new country.
This is How International LL.M. Students Can Stand Out in a Job Hunt
Apr 27, 2026
The University of Houston gives advice on what characteristics and experience to emphasize during a post-LL.M. job hunt and how to highlight your value to a potential employer.
LL.M. Students Look Beyond Reputation When Picking Law Schools
Apr 21, 2026
While international LL.M candidates still value the prestige of U.S. law school rankings, they are also increasingly prioritizing program alignment with career goals and long-term return on investment (ROI).
Looking for an English-Speaking Country to Do an LL.M.? Here's Tips on Studying in Canada
Apr 15, 2026
As Canada introduces an immigration exemption for international graduate students, hear from those who have made the move about how best to prepare and what the benefits could be.
How to Leverage Your LL.M. to Stand Out During Recruitment
Apr 14, 2026
Law schools say the key to success in the job market for graduating LL.M. students is to connect their coursework to real-world legal problems during interviews and informal meetings.
AI Lawsuits are Changing What LL.M. Students Need to Learn
Apr 07, 2026
Rising cases around model training, data rights and AI errors are pushing law schools to adapt their curricula in real time.
Beyond Salary: How an LL.M. Pays Off in More Ways Than One
Mar 31, 2026
Graduates say the value of an LL.M. goes beyond immediate job outcomes and salary gains. It can shape careers and personal lives in less obvious but meaningful ways
Shaping Global Outcomes: Why Lawyers are Pivoting to LL.M. in Public International Law
Mar 24, 2026
Public International Law’s blend of law, politics, and global justice, and its career routes into international organizations, are drawing LL.M. candidates who want to work across borders and shape real outcomes.
How to Match Your LL.M. to Your Career Goals
Mar 17, 2026
Strategic alignment, not just prestige, is the secret to a successful LL.M. Recent graduates share how campus culture, alumni networks, and local logistics are the real keys to securing a job.
