Transnational Studies in a Global City
As a New York City academic institution, St. John’s School of Law sits at the commercial, cultural and legal crossroads of the world. And St. John’s is a great choice for both aspiring lawyers and those who already have a law degree who want to prepare themselves for the practice of law in an increasingly interconnected global legal market. The legal world is both shrinking and flattening – and through its Office of Transnational Programs, St. John’s School of Law offers its students ample opportunities to train for this global profession.

Graduate Programs for Global Lawyers
St. John’s School of Law offers outstanding LL.M. (Master of Laws ) programs for both American and foreign-trained attorneys. Our graduate law programs include:

LL.M. in International and Comparative Sports Law A joint degree program offered with the Madrid-based Instituto Superior de Derecho y Economia (ISDE) this unique LL.M. program is designed specifically for lawyers with a passion for sport and a strong desire to practice in this challenging and dynamic area of the law. Open to American and foreign law graduates, this program comprises one semester of intense and focused academics, followed by a semester of practice placement with sports law firms, agencies, regulatory bodies, leagues, or teams. 

LL.M. in Transnational Legal Practice A degree program designed for both American and foreign-trained attorneys seeking advanced training for transnational practice. With concentration tracks in public international legal practice, cross-border transactions, or transnational dispute resolution, students may also design their own course of study to meet their professional needs and personal interests. 

LL.M. in U.S. Legal Studies A very focused LL.M. program designed specifically to prepare foreign-trained lawyers with the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for and pass the New York Bar Examination. For foreign-trained lawyers wishing to practice in New York permanently or to enter transnational practice in their home jurisdiction, admission to the New York Bar is essential. While some law schools use qualification to sit the New York Bar as a marketing hook for their generic LL.M. programs, St. John’s objective is specifically to assist you in every way possible in your goal of passing the Bar Examination and gaining admission to the New York Bar.

Transnational Studies for J.D. Students
Summer Study Abroad St. John’s School of Law hosts month-long programs each summer at the University’s beautiful Rome and Paris campuses, each located in the heart of one of the Great Cities of Europe. Students with an interest in international and comparative law – or simply wanting to expand their legal education experience overseas – will find no better programs. 

International Practica At St. John’s School of Law, we justifiably pride ourselves on our strong reputation for preparing young lawyers for the practice of law, and our transnational programs also provide experiential learning opportunities for J.D. students. For the 2012-2013 academic year, two students will be doing five-month practicum placements with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in Mons, Belgium. Additional overseas practica will be added in the 2013-2104 academic year and beyond. 

Other Transnational Programs
Global Law Fellows The Dean welcomes up to 12 visiting foreign research fellows to St. John’s School of Law each semester. Whether final year undergraduate, masters, or doctoral law students from foreign universities, St. John’s is proud to welcome such promising young scholars from around the world to our academic community and to New York City.

For more information on the Office of Transnational Programs at St. John’s School of Law and our array of offerings, please contact us.