The University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law has been a powerhouse for over five decades, offering a top-ranked US legal education in global innovation and a world-renowned Intellectual Property Law program.
We offer two LL.M. programs offered 100% online with start dates in August and January. Flexible pacing with full-time and part-time options is available, allowing you to earn your master’s degree in one to five years – set a pace that works for you!
Apply early to be considered for scholarships up to 20% of the cost of tuition! July 1 is the priority application deadline, and August 1 is the final deadline for programs beginning in August 2025.
Request more information by emailing admissions@law.unh.edu and by visiting our Graduate Admissions webpage.
Online Programs
Founded by inventors and entrepreneurs, UNH Franklin Pierce is a pioneering powerhouse for the study of Intellectual Property law. Our curriculum is at the forefront of IP legal education and focuses on cutting-edge issues. If you want to be an IP leader, shaping policies and practices globally at Fortune 500 companies, Am Law 100 firms and governments, earn a master’s in intellectual property law from the IP powerhouse.
Designed for nonlaw professionals looking to expand their understanding of IP, students learn from industry and scholarly experts at the forefront of the field. You will earn a degree in a rapidly evolving area of law and study new issues facing the field of IP. Take specialized courses in patent, copyright, trademark law and more and make yourself more marketable with a master's degree in Intellectual Property.
International Criminal Law & Justice M.I.C.L.J.
Gain an edge in understanding and combating transnational crime with a master’s in international criminal law and justice from an ABA-accredited law school. Designed for professionals, students, and scholars in diplomatic, criminal, military or law enforcement communities, students will explore the most pressing issues in international criminal law and justice today, from the expanding reach of domestic criminal statutes to commerce issues around terrorism to crimes of war, drug laundering, human trafficking, weapons trafficking, human rights, international white-collar crime, and cybercrime.
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Preparation for Success
Academic Success Program: Workshops and individual advising sessions help students navigate assignments, midterms, and final exams, and ensure success throughout your graduate program.
Career and Academic Advising: The Office of Career and Academic Advising is there from day one of the online learning experience. They help students select courses that best fit their personal and professional goals and are there to guide students through the next chapter of their career journey. Services include creating a career development plan and strategy, support with building resumes, writing cover letters, networking, practicing interviewing skills, and leveraging our alumni and employer network to search for jobs.
Global Alumni Network
Alumni: Our alumni lead policy and practice at Fortune 500 companies, global law firms, and national governments. They are working at top companies such as Samsung, Microsoft, Disney, and leading IP infrastructure in countries like Brazil, China, India, Nigeria, South Korea and the USA.
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International Criminal Law and Justice Program
International Criminal Law and Justice Program
Professor Buzz Scherr
Director of International Criminal Law & Justice Programs
UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law
