The program is limited to international attorneys and requires 24 credit hours of study. A minimum of 6 credits is required courses in U.S. law, professional responsibility, and legal research and writing. The remaining 18 credits are electives. Students choose electives according to their interests. Students studying full-time can complete degree requirements within one academic year. In order to tailor the LLM in American Law to your interests, Mizzou Law offers courses in many areas.