Tax law is complicated and getting more so. Working in this area requires a thorough understanding of all legal nuances. The LLM in Tax Law degree program offers valuable training for practicing attorneys looking to stay on top of the latest in tax law, corporate law or general business law. You'll be ready to offer the tax planning and compliance advice your individual corporate clients need, enhancing your skill set and areas of practice.
Curriculum
To develop the specialized knowledge and skills that will help you as a tax attorney, you will complete a mix of required and elective courses in one to two years of study. Courses are offered on-campus at Loyola's Water Tower Campus.
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| LAW 280 | Federal Income Tax | 3 |
| LAW 281 | Corp & Partnership Tax | 3 |
| LAW 380 | Estate & Gift Tax | 3 |
| LAW 386 | Advanced Corporate Tax | 3 |
| LAW 860 | LLM Tax Seminar | 2 |
| State & Local Taxation | |
| International Tax Law | |
| Estate Planning | |
| Employee Benefits Law | |
| Federal Tax Clinic I | |
| Total Hours | 26 |
Degree Requirements
To earn the Tax Law LLM degree, you must complete 26 credit hours, including the LLM Tax Research and Tax Seminar courses. Visit our Registrar for a complete list of degree requirements, academic calendars, and registration process. You may access full course descriptions here.
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