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In today's digitally connected world economy, some of the most crucial business dealings and legal conflicts revolve around intellectual assets rather than tangible ones - including copyrights, patents, trademarks, and confidential business information. The development, management, safeguarding, and exchange of intellectual property have grown increasingly vital not just for corporations and national economies, but also in matters concerning fairness in society and economic systems. UC Davis School of Law's Intellectual Property Law program equips students for this evolving landscape with a focused course of study centered on legal principles governing innovations, creative works, and other non-physical assets.
The Intellectual Property program covers foundational topics like copyright, patents, and trademarks while also exploring developing areas such as global IP law, digital commerce, and internet legislation. Classroom learning deepens students' global perspective by examining international legal systems, political frameworks, and commercial practices. Learners benefit from instruction by a distinguished faculty of worldwide experts who are pioneering new frontiers in intellectual property law while maintaining an unwavering dedication to excellence in legal training.
UC Davis School of Law emphasizes hands-on legal training for every student. Numerous learners engage in judicial externships, gaining direct exposure to real-world legal environments while honing critical writing, research, and negotiation abilities needed for effective practice. Moot court contests offer distinctive chances to refine litigation and argumentation techniques. Students further enrich their learning through involvement in student groups or law publications: King Hall supports about 40 student-run organizations and five academic law journals.
Two-Year LL.M. alternative