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259 Master's degrees in Legal Studies in North America

Juris Doctor
The nation's leader in experiential legal education since 1968, Northeastern University School of Law guarantees Juris Doctor students a rigorous foundation in legal theory combined with a full year of practical legal work.
Legal Studies
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.
Jurisprudence
The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program at the University of Washington is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law to respond to legal issues in their professional life.
Jurisprudence - China
The School of Law Master of Jurisprudence - China at the University of Washington provides our students with the opportunity to gain a solid understanding of the law, deepen their study in focus areas, and build a solid foundation of theory with strong practical skills.
Police Studies
The MA in Police Studies at the University of Regina offers grounding in theoretical issues and methodological approaches to various aspects of justice including legal, criminal, restorative, and social justice.
Law and Government
The Law and Government degree from American University Washington DC is designed for lawyers who have a strong interest in U.S. government and politics, the dynamics of democracy, and the rule of law.
Social Innovation Certificate
The Social Innovation Certificate program at University of Southern California is designed for experienced lawyers, corporate counsel, consultants, judges, prosecutors, academics, members of government ministries and bankers. Applicants to the M.C.L. program must have completed an LL.M. degree in the U.S. prior to applying to the M.C.L. program.
Business Law
The Business Law program from Hofstra University give students the solid foundation needed to excel as transactional lawyers, corporate litigators, or business principals in the dynamic intersection of business and law.
Legal Studies - Accelerated Master's Program
If your work involves regulations, negotiations or working with lawyers or legal issues, earning a Legal Studies - Accelerated Master's Program degree offered by The University of Arizona will help you improve your career prospects by obtaining legal and critical thinking skills.
Legal studies - Alternative Dispute Resolution
Join this Master of Legal Studies - Alternative Dispute Resolution track at Trinity International University, where you will explore essential mediation and negotiation theory concepts, honing practical skills for effective dispute resolution.
Global Management (Global Legal Studies)
Arizona State University's Global Management (Global Legal Studies) MGM program delves into the intricate intersection of law, business, and global affairs. This innovative program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of international legal frameworks, enabling them to navigate complex legal landscapes and drive strategic decision-making in a global context.
Legal studies - Nonprofit Administration
The Legal studies - Nonprofit Administration degree at Trinity International University gives you the background you need to confidently understand legal documents, proceedings, and rights and is taught from the distinctly Christian worldview for which Trinity is known.
Criminology and Sociolegal Studies
The primary aim of the Criminology and Sociolegal Studies program at the University of Toronto is to provide students with opportunities for advanced multi-disciplinary study and supervised research experience in the areas of crime, the administration of criminal justice, and social studies of law and regulation.
Cybercrime and Digital Investigation
The Master of Science in Cybercrime and Digital Investigation at Michigan State University is a fully online programme designed for completion in two years. This degree requires 30 credit hours and caters to both technical and non-technical students, providing a comprehensive education in cybercrime investigation and digital forensics.
Social Justice Education
Social Justice Education at the University of Toronto is a multi- and interdisciplinary graduate program leading to the Master of Arts (MA)
Juris Doctor and Criminal Justice
Juris Doctor and Criminal Justice from Wayne State University equips students with knowledge and competence in both law and criminal justice for professional work where legal issues intersect with matters of crime and justice.
Law and Public Policy
The M.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership and Executive Management - Law and Public Policy program from Walden University blends criminal behavioral theory with studies in human services, technology, and homeland security to help broaden your management skills.
Social Practice and Innovation
Social Practice and Innovation from Ontario Tech University is an interdisciplinary program at the intersections of legal studies, communication and digital media, and political science.
Juris Doctor and Business Administration
Juris Doctor and Business Administration from Wayne State University allows students to fulfill the requirements of both programs concurrently.
Master of Laws
Lawyers from all over the world come to The University of Texas at Austin to expand the breadth and depth of their legal knowledge and invest in an internationally recognized Master of Laws. The Master of Laws program offered at University of Texas at Austin is diverse, selective, and small, with a maximum of 50 spots for each incoming class.