LLM in Child and Family Law
What defines a family? How are children's rights evolving? How do lawyers advance the needs of children and families? How can legal systems become more equitable? The practice of child and family law requires both a sensitive manner and a discerning legal mind to address these important and evolving questions impacting children and families. The Master of Laws (LLM) in Child and Family Law degree program is designed to sharpen and inform both qualities. This program offers a comprehensive study of the most current legal issues involving children and their families.
The opportunity to work closely with nationally recognized faculty members and experienced practitioners in the field means you'll be well-versed in this transforming discipline.
Our commitment to you
The LLM in Child and Family Law degree is committed to developing three resonate threads: advocacy, leadership, and equity. These three threads come to life in each course in the program, link your learning from one semester to the next, and prepare you to be a more effective lawyer working on behalf of children and families.
Upon graduation with the LLM in Child and Family Law, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values to advance these three threads:
By The Numbers
30+
Offers more Child and Family Law Courses than any law school
#1
Named Top Family Law Program in 2015 and 2018
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To apply for the LLM in Child and Family Law program, you must possess a Juris Doctor or its international equivalent from an accredited college or university.
ADMISSION
To apply for the LLM in Child and Family Law program, you must possess a Juris Doctor or its international equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Fall Term
Application Deadline
August 1
Spring Term
Application Deadline
December 1
Testimonials
Diane Geraghty
Faculty
“Over the years, Loyola has played a key role in transforming children’s law and policy into a robust and well-respected area of professional specialization.”
Laura Hoffman
Alumni
“I am forever grateful to Loyola for giving me a strong foundation to foster professional development. ”
Tuition and Fees
The School of Law and Loyola's Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping you secure the necessary financial resources to make your legal education at Loyola affordable.
As part of our commitment, the Civitas ChildLaw Center awards a fellowship totaling up to 25% of tuition to a full-time incoming LLM student. In exchange for graduate fellowship support, LLM Fellows serve as research or teaching assistants, contribute to the Center’s monthly newsletter, assist in conference and event planning, and/or perform administrative tasks. You must apply and be accepted into the LLM in Child and Family Law degree program before a fellowship application will be reviewed. To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter and short writing sample no later than August 1 to the LLM Fellowship Committee at childlaw-center@LUC.edu or gsanch3@luc.edu.
FAQs
What defines a family? How are children's rights evolving? How do lawyers advance the needs of children and families? How can legal systems become more equitable? The practice of child and family law requires both a sensitive manner and a discerning legal mind to address these important and evolving questions impacting children and families. The Master of Laws (LLM) in Child and Family Law degree program is designed to sharpen and inform both qualities. This program offers a comprehensive study of the most current legal issues involving children and their families.
The opportunity to work closely with nationally recognized faculty members and experienced practitioners in the field means you'll be well-versed in this transforming discipline.
Our commitment to you
The LLM in Child and Family Law degree is committed to developing three resonate threads: advocacy, leadership, and equity. These three threads come to life in each course in the program, link your learning from one semester to the next, and prepare you to be a more effective lawyer working on behalf of children and families.
Upon graduation with the LLM in Child and Family Law, you will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values to advance these three threads:
CURRICULUM
This 24-credit-hour program is offered exclusively online and can be completed in 5 terms at the part-time rate of pursuit. The courses are primarily asynchronous—no set login times—but faculty do hold live, virtual sessions throughout the term.DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
To apply for the LLM in Child and Family Law program, you must possess a Juris Doctor or its international equivalent from an accredited college or university.
ADMISSION
To apply for the LLM in Child and Family Law program, you must possess a Juris Doctor or its international equivalent from an accredited college or university.
Tuition and Fees
The School of Law and Loyola's Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping you secure the necessary financial resources to make your legal education at Loyola affordable.
As part of our commitment, the Civitas ChildLaw Center awards a fellowship totaling up to 25% of tuition to a full-time incoming LLM student. In exchange for graduate fellowship support, LLM Fellows serve as research or teaching assistants, contribute to the Center’s monthly newsletter, assist in conference and event planning, and/or perform administrative tasks. You must apply and be accepted into the LLM in Child and Family Law degree program before a fellowship application will be reviewed. To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter and short writing sample no later than August 1 to the LLM Fellowship Committee at childlaw-center@LUC.edu or gsanch3@luc.edu.