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Master of Laws (LL.M.)

SPECIALIZE IN: INTL. BUSINESS LAW, INTL. DISPUTE RESOLUTION OR DIGITAL LAW & IP
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Mode of study
Format
10 months
English
Madrid
September
In-person
Full-Time

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.) GRADUATES

Our international and multidisciplinary faculty trains the next generation of lawyers and other legal professionals. They impart the skills, knowledge and international perspective that students will actually need to work effectively and make their impact in an evolving sector. And through our Talent & Careers department, you’ll be accompanied from day one with guidance, resources and advice including one-to-one sessions, workshops and recruitment events, all designed to boost your career trajectory.

Additionally extend your learning beyond the classroom and build meaningful connections with the legal profession through the IE Law School Link-Up Series. Exclusive visits to leading international law firms, multinational companies and organisations, including ECIJA, Uría Menéndez, Ilunion and Repsol. Offering opportunities to engage directly with practising lawyers and industry leaders. Through tailored masterclasses, professional insights and networking opportunities, participants can explore diverse legal career paths and gain a deeper understanding of the evolving legal sector.

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Graduate Career Outcomes

Global Footprint

Top employment locations

Sector Changers vs Advancers

71,93%Vertical Advancers
28,07%Sector Changers

EMPLOYMENT GRADUATES

93,75%Job seekers who received a job offer within 6 months after graduation

Sector

Returned Home vs Working Abroad

87,72%Returned Home
12,28%Working Abroad

Function

Hiring companies

Where our graduates work

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The image features a stylized representation of the letters 'AA'.
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The logo of the European Court of Human Rights.
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Job Titles
01Associate
02Legal Advisor
03Legal Assistant
04Tax & Legal Manager
05Lead Contract
06Legal Associate
07Legal Counsel - Commercial General
08Senior Legal Associate
09Director of Digital Law Practice
10In House Lawyer

WE GUIDE YOU TOWARDS YOUR PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS

Our Talent & Careers team offers students in the Master of Laws (LL.M.) a wide range of services and tools throughout the academic year. These resources are essential to assist them in achieving their professional goals and objectives.

  • ONE TO ONE PERSONALIZED ADVISING SESSIONS

  • CV AND JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS

  • ON-CAMPUS RECRUITING EVENTS WITH TOP NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LEGAL FIRMS AND COMPANIES

  • FORUMS, CONFERENCES AND PANELS WITH LEADING INDUSTRY EXPERTS

  • GROUP DYNAMICS AND ASSESSMENT CENTERS SIMULATIONS

  • LAW FIRMS & COMPANIES PRESENTATIONS

DISCOVER YOUR CAREER PATH WITH OUR MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M) SPECIALIZATIONS

  • INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LAW

    Our International Business Law graduates possess the legal, commercial, technological and economic know-how to take on key positions at international law firms of their choosing.

  • INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & TECHNOLOGY LAW

    Intellectual property & technology lawyers advise clients on how to register and protect one of their most vital assets: intellectual capital. As data has become the most important currency in our society, these lawyers will find increasingly complex and engaging matters to advise on. 

  • INTERNATIONAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION

    In a global marketplace, disputes are negotiated and resolved across borders. Our International Dispute Resolution graduates are in prime position to negotiate and resolve conflicts for clients across jurisdictions.

Career Success after your Master of Laws (LL.M.)

There are more opportunities than ever in the legal profession. Likewise, there is a renewed demand for specialized skills. In these videos, experts from the top ranks of law share key practices for success in this fast-paced global industry, offering advice and insights for different areas of specialization. Hear from these top practitioners to open your mind to a world of career opportunities—and the latest trends defining them

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IE Talent & Careers is the best partner for the professional development of all our current and former students at IE University.

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  • If you choose to specialize in International Business Law as part of your Master of Laws (LL.M.), you will learn to design, structure, manage and complete cross-border corporate transactions, while building a well-rounded understanding of project management and conflict resolution. You will also have the opportunity to take part in a range of extra-curricular activities, such as the Legal Immersion Experience, to gain deeper insights into the practical application of international business laws.

  • International trade lawyers apply both domestic and international treaty-based laws that govern trade relationships between key stakeholders across countries. This is just one example of the many high-profile careers that the Master of Laws (LL.M.) can lead to.

  • A Master of Laws (LL.M.) is not a compulsory qualification to work in the legal sector. However, the program equips you with a deeper knowledge and a better understanding of international law, while allowing you to specialize in a particular area. The program can also open new doors in your career by making you a more effective and impactful lawyer, ready to act at a global level.

  • After earning a Master of Laws (LL.M.), you can pursue a range of careers. Our graduates have gone on to work in the legal, consulting and education sectors. Top employers for our program come from the Big Four, along with other leading consulting firms, law firms, government institutions and more.

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