LL.M. stands for Legum Magister in Latin, which means Master of Laws in English

 LL.M. stands for Legum Magister in Latin, which means Master of Laws in English.

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🔍 Full Form:

LL.M. = Master of Legislative Law

Just like LL.B., the double "L" in LL.M. represents the plural form of "Lex" (law), so Legum Magister translates to Master of Laws.

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🎓 What is an LL.M.?

LL.M. is a postgraduate degree in law, pursued after completing LL.B.

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📚 Key Details:

• Duration: Usually 1 year in India (as per UGC norms), but can be 2 years in some other countries.

• Eligibility: Must have completed LL.B. (either 3-year or 5-year course).

• Specializations may include:

  • Constitutional Law

  • Criminal Law

  • Corporate/Business Law

  • Human Rights

  • International Law

  • Intellectual Property Law

  • Environmental Law

  • Taxation Law

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🎯 Purpose of LL.M.:

• Deepen your legal expertise in a specific area.

• Become eligible for academic, research, or judicial service roles.

• Strengthen your profile for Ph.D. in Law or international legal careers.