JD Global Opportunities
BYU Law is committed to serve and bless our global community, while pursuing truth through faith and intellect. Students have many professional and personal opportunities for inspiring, cross-cultural legal engagement through a variety of programs and initiatives. These experiences are offered in international and domestic contexts throughout the world.
LL.M. Program
Established in 1988, the BYU Law LL.M. program invites experienced, dedicated attorneys from around the globe to study U.S. and comparative law. The two-semester program leads to a Master of Laws degree and has graduated more than 240 students from 55 countries. LL.M. graduates are expected to exemplify excellent legal practice with strong ethical and moral principles in their professional and personal lives.
International Center for Law and Religion Studies
The International Center for Law and Religion Studies (ICLRS) at BYU Law is a global academic leader in the field of international religious freedom. The Center has helped organize more than 1,000 international events in more than 50 countries. These events include the annual International Law and Religion Symposium, annual regional conferences around the world, and certificate training and other teaching programs.
J. Reuben Clark Law Society
Sponsored and supported by BYU Law and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the J. Reuben Clark Law Society (JRCLS) is a nonprofit organization of lawyers and law students of faith. With over 200 chapters across the world, Law Society members enjoy social connections and collaboration with each other and other good people of faith.