Become a Canadian lawyer.

Re- license as a lawyer in Canada with an LLM from Osgoode Hall Law School.

Practice Law in Canada.

OsgoodePD offers the broadest range of programs in Canada for internationally-trained lawyers and law graduates interested in becoming accredited to practise law in one of the common-law jurisdictions in Canada (that is, all provinces and territories other than Quebec).

Professional LLM in Canadian Common Law

OsgoodePD’s Professional LLM is a graduate program in law designed specifically for lawyers and professionals with legal work experience. Each of our distinct specializations focuses on interdisciplinary learning and provides you with a unique mix of academic, applied, and theoretical perspectives. You will learn through interactive discussions and explore practical issues related to your specialization. You’ll have access to a wide range of elective options to broaden your legal knowledge or explore new areas related to your professional interests.

The Canadian Common Law specialization offers an in-depth examination into core Canadian common law topics, alongside a wide range of elective options. Internationally trained lawyers and law graduates who pursue this specialization benefit from academic and career support to assist in their transition to the Canadian legal marketplace. Core courses are specifically designed to meet the requirements of the Federation of Law Societies of Canada’s National Committee on Accreditation (NCA). Note: Completing the Professional LLM in Canadian Common Law does not automatically entitle you to practice law in Canada or to be admitted to the Bar of a Canadian province or territory. Consult the NCA or your provincial/territorial law society for more information.

Other Full Time LLMs

  • Professional LLM in International Business Law

    The International Business Law specialization offers an in-depth examination of Canadian and comparative private law concepts. You will explore current trends in international law practice, learning about relevant international legal instruments, regulatory changes, and important ethical considerations.

  • Professional LLM in General Law

    The Professional LLM in General Law provides an option for lawyers to combine two to three specializations to customize their learning for their own personal and professional goals.

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In addition to the Canadian Common Law LLM, OsgoodePD offers a range of other course-based Professional LLM programs for Canadian and international lawyers, as well as experienced professionals who deal with legal issues and risks. Blending theory and practice in its robust course of study, this program includes part-time and full-time study options. This program is intended for those with relevant professional experience, with research and writing requirements completed within the courses comprising the program. Please note that not all OsgoodePD Professional LLM programs enable you to practise law in Canada. For a research-focused LLM, see our graduate programs.