Master of Legal Studies
Advance your career with legal skills for non-lawyers
Advance your career with legal skills for non-lawyers
Earn a graduate degree in a variety of emphasis areas with flexible, top-ranked learning offered online or in-person. Quick facts Next start date: 08/20/2026
Total classes: 10 Weeks per class: 7.5 Total credit hours: 30
Online and in-person: No application fee or entrance exam required Become a legal leader at ASU Law.
Gain legal expertise tailored to your interests and passion with more than 20 areas of study available online or in-person, including corporate and health care compliance, criminal justice and human resources. The Master of Legal Studies (MLS) programs are for professionals seeking to advance their careers by gaining legal knowledge without becoming lawyers.Many emphases align with top organizations to increase your employability and strengthen program credibility, including Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE), Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Compliance Certification Board (CCB).Why ASU Law?
Join one of the best law programs anywhere, from anywhere.
#1
In the U.S. for legal master’s graduates
Ahead of Northwestern, Georgetown, USC and Texas A&M– National Center for Education Statistics, 2019-2023
#1
ASU worldwide rank for education, employability, faculty and research
Center for World University Rankings, 2024#15
Best public law school in the United States
U.S. News & World Report, 2025Prepare for a career in business law with a program that provides the essential legal framework and expertise to navigate the complexities of today’s business environment. Gain critical insights into regulatory compliance, strategic decision-making, contract law and business transactions.
Graduates with a business law emphasis will be equipped to support companies of all sizes — from startups to multinational corporations — by advising on formation, compliance, risk mitigation and growth strategies in an evolving legal and regulatory landscape.
Graduates with a business law emphasis will be equipped to support companies of all sizes — from startups to multinational corporations — by advising on formation, compliance, risk mitigation and growth strategies in an evolving legal and regulatory landscape.
Develop the skills to navigate and resolve disputes with a program that provides the essential legal framework and expertise in conflict resolution. Gain a deep understanding of arbitration, mediation, negotiation and legal principles to effectively manage conflicts in professional and organizational settings.
Graduates with a conflict resolution emphasis will be equipped to address disputes in various industries, including business, human resources, law enforcement and executive leadership.
Graduates with a conflict resolution emphasis will be equipped to address disputes in various industries, including business, human resources, law enforcement and executive leadership.
Navigate the legal complexities of the construction industry with a program that provides the essential knowledge and expertise in construction law. Gain insights into contracts, regulatory compliance, environmental laws and project oversight to support successful construction projects.
Graduates with a construction law emphasis will be equipped to advise on legal and regulatory matters affecting architects, developers, contractors and policymakers — ensuring projects meet industry standards and legal requirements.
Graduates with a construction law emphasis will be equipped to advise on legal and regulatory matters affecting architects, developers, contractors and policymakers — ensuring projects meet industry standards and legal requirements.
Learn the intricacies of contract management with a program that provides the essential legal framework and expertise to navigate complex agreements. Explore contract formation, negotiation, risk assessment and regulatory compliance to support businesses and organizations in managing legally sound and enforceable contracts.
Graduates with a contract management emphasis will be equipped to oversee contract lifecycles, mitigate risks and ensure compliance across industries, including government, corporate procurement, construction and healthcare.
Graduates with a contract management emphasis will be equipped to oversee contract lifecycles, mitigate risks and ensure compliance across industries, including government, corporate procurement, construction and healthcare.
Ensure legal and ethical compliance in business and health care with a program focused on risk assessment, regulatory frameworks and compliance management. Gain expertise in enforcing regulations, managing risk and developing compliance programs.
Graduates with a corporate and health care compliance emphasis are prepared for roles in auditing, risk analysis and regulatory affairs — helping organizations meet industry standards and maintain ethical operations.
Graduates with a corporate and health care compliance emphasis are prepared for roles in auditing, risk analysis and regulatory affairs — helping organizations meet industry standards and maintain ethical operations.
Gain expertise in the criminal justice system with a program focused on criminal law, procedure and evidence. Develop a deep understanding of law enforcement, court processes and the rights of accused individuals.
Graduates with a criminal law emphasis are prepared for careers in law enforcement, corrections, court administration and social services, equipping them with the legal knowledge to navigate the complexities of the justice system.
Graduates with a criminal law emphasis are prepared for careers in law enforcement, corrections, court administration and social services, equipping them with the legal knowledge to navigate the complexities of the justice system.
Gain specialized expertise in federal Indian law with a program that explores tribal governance, sovereignty and regulatory frameworks. Learn how legal principles impact Native American communities, businesses and government relations.
Graduates with a federal Indian law emphasis are prepared for roles in tribal governance, public policy and legal advocacy, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of Indigenous law and policy.
Graduates with a federal Indian law emphasis are prepared for roles in tribal governance, public policy and legal advocacy, equipping them with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of Indigenous law and policy.
Understand the legal, ethical and policy challenges shaping health care with a program focused on health law. Gain expertise in public health policy, compliance and regulatory frameworks to support health care institutions and policymakers.
Graduates with a health law emphasis are prepared for careers in health care administration, public health and policy, equipping them to navigate the evolving legal landscape of the health industry.
Graduates with a health law emphasis are prepared for careers in health care administration, public health and policy, equipping them to navigate the evolving legal landscape of the health industry.
Navigate the legal complexities of health care with a program focused on compliance, policy and risk management. Gain expertise in medical ethics, patient rights and regulatory frameworks to support health care organizations.
Graduates with a health care law and administration emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in hospitals, clinics and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with evolving laws and improving patient care.
Graduates with a health care law and administration emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in hospitals, clinics and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with evolving laws and improving patient care.
Navigate the legal complexities of employment and HR management with a program focused on workplace regulations, compliance and dispute resolution. Gain expertise in employment law, discrimination policies and risk management to support organizations in managing workforce legal issues.
Graduates with a human resources and employment law emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in HR, labor relations and compliance, ensuring workplaces operate within legal and ethical standards.
Graduates with a human resources and employment law emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in HR, labor relations and compliance, ensuring workplaces operate within legal and ethical standards.
Navigate the legal and regulatory landscape of Indian gaming with a program focused on tribal governance, gaming law and regulatory compliance. Gain expertise in the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, tribal-state compacts and casino management.
Graduates with an Indian gaming emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in tribal enterprises, gaming commissions and government agencies, ensuring compliance and supporting economic development in tribal communities.
Graduates with an Indian gaming emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in tribal enterprises, gaming commissions and government agencies, ensuring compliance and supporting economic development in tribal communities.
Protect innovation and creativity with a program focused on intellectual property law. Gain expertise in patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets to help businesses safeguard their competitive edge.
Graduates with an intellectual property law emphasis are prepared for roles in technology, entertainment and product development, equipping them to navigate legal protections for original ideas and creative works.
Graduates with an intellectual property law emphasis are prepared for roles in technology, entertainment and product development, equipping them to navigate legal protections for original ideas and creative works.
Navigate the complexities of global law with a program focused on international legal frameworks, policy and cross-border regulations. Gain expertise in human rights, trade law and global governance to support businesses, governments and nonprofits.
Graduates with an international law emphasis are prepared for careers in diplomacy, economic development and international policy, equipping them to address legal challenges in a globalized world.
Graduates with an international law emphasis are prepared for careers in diplomacy, economic development and international policy, equipping them to address legal challenges in a globalized world.
Promote justice and security with a program focused on international rule of law, governance and human rights. Gain expertise in legal frameworks, policy development and global security to support governments, nonprofits and international organizations.
Graduates with an international rule of law and security emphasis are prepared for careers in diplomacy, national security and legal development, equipping them to strengthen justice systems and governance worldwide.
Graduates with an international rule of law and security emphasis are prepared for careers in diplomacy, national security and legal development, equipping them to strengthen justice systems and governance worldwide.
Shape environmental policy with a program focused on law and sustainability. Gain expertise in energy regulation, land use and resource management to support sustainable development and conservation efforts.
Graduates with a law and sustainability emphasis are prepared for careers in government, environmental policy and corporate sustainability, equipping them to navigate legal frameworks that drive sustainable solutions.
Graduates with a law and sustainability emphasis are prepared for careers in government, environmental policy and corporate sustainability, equipping them to navigate legal frameworks that drive sustainable solutions.
Prepare for Arizona’s legal paraprofessional licensure with a program that provides the necessary coursework and expertise to meet eligibility requirements and sit for mandatory exams.
Licensed legal paraprofessionals can offer legal advice, assist clients and represent them in court within specific practice areas, including criminal law, family law, juvenile law, limited jurisdiction civil law and state administrative law.
Licensed legal paraprofessionals can offer legal advice, assist clients and represent them in court within specific practice areas, including criminal law, family law, juvenile law, limited jurisdiction civil law and state administrative law.
Navigate the patent process with a program focused on patent law, prosecution and intellectual property strategy. Gain expertise in patent drafting, infringement analysis and USPTO procedures to help protect and commercialize innovations.
Graduates with a patent practice emphasis are prepared for roles as patent agents or IP professionals, equipping them with the skills to assist inventors, corporations and law firms in securing patent rights.
Graduates with a patent practice emphasis are prepared for roles as patent agents or IP professionals, equipping them with the skills to assist inventors, corporations and law firms in securing patent rights.
Navigate the legal challenges of emerging technologies with a program focused on science and technology law. Gain expertise in AI, data privacy, intellectual property and regulatory compliance to support innovation-driven industries.
Graduates with a science and technology law emphasis are prepared for careers in technology policy, compliance and risk management, equipping them to address legal issues in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Graduates with a science and technology law emphasis are prepared for careers in technology policy, compliance and risk management, equipping them to address legal issues in a rapidly evolving digital world.
Navigate the legal and business complexities of the sports industry with a program focused on contracts, regulation and branding. Gain expertise in league governance, labor law and revenue management to support careers in professional and collegiate athletics.
Graduates with a sports law and business emphasis are prepared for roles in sports management, marketing and compliance, equipping them to address legal and financial challenges in the evolving sports industry.
Graduates with a sports law and business emphasis are prepared for roles in sports management, marketing and compliance, equipping them to address legal and financial challenges in the evolving sports industry.
Support tribal sovereignty with a program focused on self-governance, policy and federal-tribal relations. Gain expertise in tribal law, self-determination and government contracting to help tribes manage programs and expand autonomy.
Graduates with a tribal self-governance emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in tribal administration, policy analysis and governance, equipping them to strengthen tribal communities and navigate evolving self-governance opportunities.
Graduates with a tribal self-governance emphasis are prepared for leadership roles in tribal administration, policy analysis and governance, equipping them to strengthen tribal communities and navigate evolving self-governance opportunities.
