Mercer University School of Law’s LL.M. program in Federal Criminal Practice and Procedure

Mercer University School of Law’s LL.M. program in Federal Criminal Practice and Procedure is the only program in the nation designed for law school graduates seeking to prepare themselves for federal criminal practice as prosecutors, Federal Defenders or private defense counsel.

The program features:

  • A unique two-semester curriculum carefully designed to prepare students for federal criminal practice in the full range of federal cases – white collar crime, narcotics and firearms, immigration, terrorism, and more.
  • A distinguished faculty with substantial experience and expertise in both law teaching and federal criminal practice.
  • Innovative and varied instructional methods, including a significant component of experiential learning in the form of simulation exercises and a clinical field placement.

Financial Aid and Partial Scholarships are available. The priority deadline for applications is May 15, but applicants are encouraged to apply early because admission decisions will be made on a rolling basis.

For more information, contact Professor and Program Co-Director Jim Fleissner.