Master of Legal Studies (MLS) Concentrations

Understand the various non-litigational processes used to resolve disputes, including negotiations, conciliation, mediation, and arbitration

Prepare for a career in “the fastest growing corporate profession in America,” by equipping yourself with an expertise in compliance. 

Designed to prepare individuals for careers in which knowledge of criminal law, procedure and understanding of the criminal justice system is essential or helpful. 

Train in environmental law areas such as pollution law, water law, natural resources law, energy law and ecosystem management. 

Receive thorough training in family and juvenile law for a career in mediation, social work, psychology and other professions dealing with families and/or children. 

Acquire specialized knowledge and training to help navigate complex legal issues in the practice and delivery of health care. Courses provide students with a fundamental understanding of the laws, policies, and ethics surrounding the health care industry and the regulations governing the development of medical products.

Attain the legal foundation and tools to advocate against, or avoid, human rights violations with a concentration in human rights law. 

Train to address the complex issues facing Indigenous peoples today from the leading Indigenous Peoples Law and Policy program. 

Acquire theoretical and practical knowledge required to understand and work with legal issues under the broad umbrella of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets.

Understand the complexities of international trade law, international commercial law and international investment.

The Master of Legal Studies with a concentration in Law and Economics will give you an enhanced understanding of law and regulation, economic theory and empirical methods

Prepare for a career as a Legal Paraprofessional and to qualify for LP licensure in Arizona, with endorsement areas in Civil, Family, Criminal, or Administrative Law.