Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Indigenous Law | Legal Studies
Area of study
Law
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Master of Laws (LLM) in Tribal Policy, Law and Government at Arizona State University equips lawyers and law graduates with specialized knowledge in tribal law and federal Indian law. The program focuses on Indian gaming, tribal self-governance, and tribal policy, law, and government, preparing graduates for leadership roles in tribal organizations and careers impacting Native populations.
Program Outline
Degree Overview
Overview:
- The Master of Laws (LLM) in Tribal Policy, Law and Government program at Arizona State University is designed for lawyers and law school graduates who plan to work on issues related to tribal law and federal Indian law.
- The program focuses on three areas: Indian gaming, tribal self-governance, or tribal policy, law and government.
- Core curriculum covers domestic tribal law, federal Indian law, and American institutions of law and government.
Objectives:
- To provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed to work in the field of tribal law and federal Indian law.
- To prepare graduates for leadership roles in tribal governments, businesses, and organizations.
- To contribute to the development of tribal law and policy.
Program Description:
- The program is administered by the Indian Legal Program.
- It provides intensive instruction to students who have limited experience in Indian law.
- Students gain practical experience through research projects, court practice, and tribal code drafting.
- The program can be completed on a part-time basis.
Outline
Program Content:
- Domestic tribal law
- Federal Indian law
- American institutions of law and government
- Tribal government and policy
- Indian gaming
- Tribal self-governance
Structure:
- The program requires 24 credit hours of study.
- A thesis is not required.
Course Schedule:
- Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters.
Modules:
- The program offers a variety of courses, including:
- Introduction to Indian Law
- Tribal Constitutional Law
- Tribal Gaming Law and Policy
- Tribal Environmental Law
- Tribal Economic Development
- Tribal Courts and Justice Systems
- Federal Indian Law
- Indian Treaty Law
Assessment
Assessment Methods:
- Exams
- Papers
- Projects
- Presentations
Assessment Criteria:
- Depth of understanding of tribal law and federal Indian law
- Research and writing skills
- Oral communication skills
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Case studies
- Simulations
- Clinical experience
Faculty:
- The program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in their fields.
- The faculty includes members of the Indian Legal Program and other faculty from the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law.
Careers
Career Opportunities:
- Chief executive officer
- Chief legal officer
- Court justice
- Judge
- Law firm administrator
- Law firm partner
- Law school professor
- Litigation support director
- Politician or member of Congress
- Private banker for Native communities
Career Outcomes:
- Graduates of the program are prepared for lucrative careers in government, economic development, or healthcare positions that impact Native populations.
Other
- The program is located in the heart of the southwestern U.S., home to roughly one-third of the Native population in the U.S. and where many of the largest Indian nations in the country are located.
- The program is designed for professionals who are already working in the field of tribal law and government.
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