Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Laws (LLM) - Patent Law in Boston United States | Suffolk University
Suffolk University
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,192
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The legal profession is evolving due to globalization, requiring lawyers to expand their perspectives regardless of their practice location. Pursuing a Master of Laws (LLM) degree can provide a competitive edge by delivering specialized legal expertise in today's challenging job market.
Suffolk University Law School's LLM program caters to legal graduates at all career stages—whether starting out, seasoned professionals, or those seeking a career shift. Our diverse offerings range from General Law to Global Law & Technology, including an accelerated JD/Taxation dual degree. Located in vibrant Boston, Suffolk Law provides distinctive LLM programs that enable specialization in emerging fields like intellectual property and international business, or preparation for U.S. bar exams. Engage with challenging coursework led by experienced professionals, gain hands-on experience through top-ranked clinics, and enhance your qualifications for today's competitive legal field.
Patent law, a specialized branch of intellectual property law, requires attorneys to possess a scientific background (e.g., engineering, biology, chemistry, or physics) for patent bar registration. Only registered patent attorneys may represent inventors in patent applications, achieved by passing the Patent Bar Exam. Non-registered attorneys can still participate in other patent-related work, such as litigation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Resume - Applicants are required to submit an updated resume with their application. Upload your resume as part of the LSAC application to Suffolk Law School.
Personal statement/Letter of Motivation - Upload your personal statement/letter of motivation as part of the LSAC application to Suffolk Law School.
The applicant's personal statement should address your motivation and preparation for the study of an LLM degree. This is your opportunity to tell the admissions committee more about you and why you wish to pursue an LLM degree at Suffolk Law School. Applicants may choose to include personal and professional reasons, as well as, to highlight any circumstances that you believe are relevant to the evaluation of your credentials. The personal statement should be double-spaced and two pages in length is typically sufficient.
Two Letter of recommendation
Official Academic Transcript
Applicants must demonstrate that they possess the requisite English language skills to undertake and complete their course of study. Applicants should be aware that no remedial language assistance is available for graduate law students. Applicants who received their law degree from an institution in which English is not the language of instruction must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Although the Law School considers each application in its entirety, applicants with the highest likelihood of admission to the Law School will have attained a score of at least 80 (internet based) or a score of 6.5 on IELTS.
Personal statement/Letter of Motivation - Upload your personal statement/letter of motivation as part of the LSAC application to Suffolk Law School.
The applicant's personal statement should address your motivation and preparation for the study of an LLM degree. This is your opportunity to tell the admissions committee more about you and why you wish to pursue an LLM degree at Suffolk Law School. Applicants may choose to include personal and professional reasons, as well as, to highlight any circumstances that you believe are relevant to the evaluation of your credentials. The personal statement should be double-spaced and two pages in length is typically sufficient.
Two Letter of recommendation
Official Academic Transcript
Applicants must demonstrate that they possess the requisite English language skills to undertake and complete their course of study. Applicants should be aware that no remedial language assistance is available for graduate law students. Applicants who received their law degree from an institution in which English is not the language of instruction must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Although the Law School considers each application in its entirety, applicants with the highest likelihood of admission to the Law School will have attained a score of at least 80 (internet based) or a score of 6.5 on IELTS.
Tuition
USD
57,192