Reflections on global experiences
Micheál Ganley, a member of this year's LL.M. class, and Melanie Hess '20 J.D. recently spoke about Notre Dame Law School's global network and how international experiences through Notre Dame have helped them become better lawyers.
Alumni at International Criminal Court
Rosette Muzigo ’93 M.A., ’94 LL.M. and George Mugwanya ’00 J.S.D. fight for human rights around the world through their work at the ICC in The Hague.
Notre Dame LL.M. Class of 2021
International lawyers from six countries are studying in our LL.M. at Notre Dame and LL.M. in International Human Rights Law programs this year.
Hamburg Honor Scholars Program
ND Law School is launching a new summer program for students and an associated partnership with Bucerius Law School in Hamburg, Germany.
London Law Program
Notre Dame Law School established the London Law Program in 1968 to provide students with opportunities to deepen their understanding of the roots of American law, explore international career opportunities, and broaden their perspectives. It is the oldest study-abroad program offered by a U.S. law school and the only year-long overseas program approved by the American Bar Association.
Global Opportunities
Notre Dame Law School is devoted to preparing all students to succeed on their individual career paths, including those who seek opportunities outside the United States. Students in the London Law Program may choose from numerous externships with British law firms, multinational corporations, government offices, and nonprofit organizations. A select number of students may spend a summer in Dublin as part of our Honor Scholars Program. Other opportunities have taken students in recent years to China, Italy, South Korea, and other countries.
Exchange Programs
Graduate Programs
Lawyers from all over the world come to Notre Dame Law School to further their studies through our LL.M. and J.S.D. programs. The programs include our renowned LL.M. in International Human Rights Law as well as options that allow students to focus on another topic. Students may spend time at the main campus in South Bend, Indiana, or at Notre Dame's London campus in the United Kingdom.
Professor Paolo Carozza
Professor Carozza, known for his work on international human rights, was appointed to serve on the prestigious Venice Commission of the Council of Europe.
Business on the Frontlines
Notre Dame Law students served entrepreneurs in Honduras and Palestine during the spring semester through Business on the Frontlines.
Professor Mary Ellen O'Connell
In her book “The Art of Law in the International Community,” Professor O’Connell discusses how international law evolved to prevent armed conflict.